Fenchem earns US and EU organic status for inulin
Chinese supplier, Fenchem, has won organic certification in the US and European Union for its proprietary inulin ingredient, In-fibre, in what the company describes as a “huge project”.
Archives for August 13, 2009
Asparagus extracts may ease hangover: Study
An extract from asparagus may increase the function of enzymes in the liver and boost the metabolism of alcohol, according to new research from Korea.
HFMA tops approved supplement nutrient source list
The UK Health Food Manufacturers’ Association (HFMA) submitted more approved vitamin and mineral dossiers than any other group to the soon-to-be-finalised positive list of the European Union Food Supplements Directive (FSD), it has revealed.
Martek teams with BP to develop fermented biofuels
Martek Biosciences is joining forces with petrochemicals giant BP to develop microbial biofuels derived from sugar feedstocks, and employing Martek’s lipid-based technologies.
High-fat diets linked to poor mental function
High consumption of fatty foods may reduce both cognitive function and physical endurance, according to results of a rat study from Oxford University.