Archives for May 23, 2010

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Bilberry-pine bark mix shows eye health benefits

By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of a blend of a bilberry extract and an extract from French maritime pine bark may lower the pressure in the eye and boost overall ocular health, says a new study.

Soy boosts curcumin bioavailability, says Indena

Italian herbal extracts supplier Indena says soy phosphatidylcholine can boost the bioavailability of curcumin, a typically stubborn nutrient that studies have linked to bone health and inflammation benefits.

EFSA health claim opinion

EFSA rejects Innéov skin health claim

By Shane Starling

French nutricosmetics specialist Laboratoires Innéov has had a submission linking its proprietary blend with improved skin health turned down by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claims panel.

CLA is safe for use in foods, says EFSA

By Lorraine Heller

Fat reduction ingredient conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is one step closer to novel food approval in Europe, after the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) gave its stamp of approval for the ingredient’s safety.

Fruit and veg advice gets nutrigenomic boost

By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of fruit and vegetables may decrease markers of inflammation linked to a range of chronic diseases, says a new study from Spain.