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The FDA is too lenient regarding health claims and should follow EFSA’s lead and hold foods “to the same scientific standards as those for drugs”, according to the editors of Scientific American.
Biotech start-up Provexis says it will commence two clinical trials in 2011 – one in the area of cardiovascular inflammation, the other in treatment of “hospital superbug” c.difficile.
Tighter spending, more stringent regulations and growing health concerns are all major factors impacting the European market for healthy foods. In the first article of a two-part series, NutraIngredients.com looks at the markets in France, Belgium,...
Relaxation botanical, valerian, has won UK registrations under the European Union 2004 Traditional Herbal Medicinal Products Directive (THMPD), as the registration window moves closer to slamming shut.
Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamins C and E may reduce the risk of pancreatic cancer by over 30 percent, suggests new research.
Supplementation with B vitamins may reduce brain wastage and may slow the development of Alzheimer’s, according to a new study.