Milk may boost iron uptake from fruit juices
Formulating iron-enriched fruit juices with milk may improve uptake of the mineral, suggests new research that offers a way of boosting iron intake for people at risk of deficiency.
Archives for November 10, 2009
Low-fat better for mood than low-carb: Study
People who lost weight by following a low-calorie, low-fat regime saw longer term effects on mood than those who used a low-carb approach, report researchers in Australia – but whether its down to social chemical reasons remain unclear.
Sales success for new Danone bone health yoghurt
Early sales figures for Densia yoghurt suggest that Danone has found a winning niche in the bone health market.
Functional water sales grow strongly across Europe
Sales of functional waters are growing strongly in Europe aided by health concerns, clearer marketing, and advances in formulation, according to a new report from Zenith.
Marine collagen big in Japan now going west
Chinese supplier Fenchem said its new collagen peptide extracted from fish scales, an ingredient used in the joint health food and drinks market in Japan, is aimed at food and supplement manufacturers in the US and Europe.
Congress must fund omega-3 DRI review, say groups
A consortium of trade, scientific and consumer groups has launched a campaign to establish an Institute of Medicine expert panel to establish dietary reference intakes (DRI) for EPA and DHA omega-3, and secure funding from Congress.