Chromium supplier welcomes EFSA chromium verdict
New York-based Nutrition 21, one of the world’s major chromium picolinate suppliers, has welcomed the European Food safety Authority (EFSA) positive opinion on the mineral form’s safety.
Archives for June 30, 2009
Study backs diabetes benefits of Indian plant extract
A patented extract of the Gymnema sylvestre plant has been found to stimulate insulin secretion in lab tests, opening the way for further research into its diabetes benefits.
Sweeter fruit may follow melon genome completion
Scientists from Texas have completed the mapping of the melon genome, opening up possibilities for sweeter or more nutritious fruits.
Probiotics to boom despite trust issues, says researcher
Brits are responding to successful marketing from the likes of Danone and Yakult and embracing digestive health products such as probiotic yoghurts and drinks, but the market has plenty of room for further growth, according to a Datamonitor report.