Older adults need higher remedial doses of vitamin D deficiency: Study
Older adults suffering vitamin D deficiency need higher remedial doses than younger adults, according to a new research review.
Archives for May 17, 2010
Vitafoods to launch pan-Asia expo in Hong Kong
The organisers of the Vitafoods trade show, which opened its doors in Geneva this morning, have announced that the first ever Vitafoods Asia show, to take place in Hong Kong in September 2010.
US study claims vitamin E intake could cut risk of lung disease
Long-term, regular use of vitamin E in women 45 years of age and older may help decrease the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by about 10 per cent in both smokers and non-smokers, according to a US study.
Enzymotec krill gets Novel Food status
Krill oil as a food ingredient has received another boost in Europe, with Israeli firm Enzymotec announcing its krill product line has obtained Novel Food status.
Nutrient profiling vote unlikely before June
The European Parliament is unlikely to vote on a proposal to scrap nutrient profiling before mid-June, FoodNavigator.com has learned.