Pre-, probiotics combo may reduce food allergy: Danone study
A supplement combining a prebiotic fibre and a probiotic strain may reduce allergic responses to cow’s milk, when used in conjunction with small amounts of whey, says a new study.
Archives for July 15, 2009
French women embrace food supplements
More than a quarter of French women used food supplements over the past 12 months – more than twice the number of men, according to a government agency survey on French dietary habits.
Urgent article 13.1 health claims dialogue needed, says CIAA
The pressure is mounting for formal discussions between industry and the European Commission and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on more than 4000 generic health claim submissions, with the CIAA urging immediate dialogue.