Archives for September 23, 2010

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Innéov failed but Unilever hopes for skin health claim win

By Shane Starling

Unilever has submitted a health claim dossier to the European Food Safety Authority for a skin health food supplement composed of a similar formulation to the market leading Innéov product that had its skin health claim rejected in May this year.

Vitamin C may improve mood: Study

By Nathan Gray

Supplementation with vitamin C could improve the emotional state of hospitalized patients, according to new research.

Nano-EGCG could take tea benefits into clear beverages

By Stephen Daniells

Modified whey protein may nano-encapsulate the green tea compound EGCG and slow its rate of degradation 3.2-fold, thereby offering nano-encapsulation potential for formulators, says a new study.

Special Edition: Asia

Facing the challenges of Chinese ingredient sourcing

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

China’s reputation as an ingredient supplier has suffered from a spate of food safety problems – but the food industry should not paint all China-based companies with the same broad brush, says stevia supplier GLG Life Tech.