Lycopene-rich tomato paste helps skin from within: Study
Daily consumption of a lycopene-rich tomato paste reduced reddening of the skin after exposure to UV light, says a new study that supports the skin health potential of lycopene.
Archives for September 22, 2010
Special edition: Asia
India’s nutrition boom produces contract research boon
As the need for scientific support for potential health claims for healthy foods increases, India is leveraging its pharmaceutical expertise to take a bite of the functional foods pie.
Vitamin D questions tabled in European Parliament
Irish Member of the European Parliament Jim Higgins has tabled questions about the European Commission’s activities regarding vitamin D consumption and deficiency across the bloc, according to PA International.
DSM rejects chemicals past for biotech future
Dutch ingredients giant Royal DSM met growth targets in four of the past five years and its transition from chemicals to life sciences multinational is on track, board member Stephan Tanda told NutraIngredients this morning.
Swedish firm launches functional beta-glucan ingredient
Swedish life science firm Biovelop AB has launched an oat-based soluble fibre ingredient that it claims is ideal for use in foods unrelated to oats, such as smoothies, condiments and ready meals