Folic acid fortification: How much do we need?
Daily doses of folic acid as low as 0.2 milligrams are sufficient to lower homocysteine levels – an amino acid linked to increased risks of heart disease and dementia, says a new study.
Archives for December 20, 2010
Garlic may help protect against osteoarthritis: Study
A diet high in allium vegetables, such as garlic, onions and leeks, may help lower the risk osteoarthritis, according to new research from King's College London.
Health awareness fuels innovation in Japanese confectionery market
Health concerns are fuelling innovation in the Japanese functional confectionery market, according to research from Datamonitor.
DSM bumps vitamin D3 price 10 per cent
DSM Nutritional Products has increased the price of vitamin D3 by at least 10 per cent in all its global markets.
EFSA Board: No resources for pre-submission claim meetings
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) confirmed at its Board Management meeting last week that the resources do not exist to accommodate meetings between its health claims panel and parties before claim submissions are formally made.
The food industry in 2010: A retrospective
As 2010 draws to a close, our journalists look back at the issues that have topped agendas across the food, beverage and dietary supplements industries in the last 12 months. Commodity prices, Bisphenol A, obesity, health claims, safety regulations, and...