Omega-3 maker acquired by Atrium Innovations
Belgian omega-3 manufacturer Minami Nutrition has been acquired by Canadian supplement company Atrium Innovations for €5m in cash.
Archives for January 14, 2011
Omega-3 structure may affect bioavailability: Study
The type of omega-3 we take may have a distinct affect on how much is actually absorbed, according to new research.
Vitamin D, calcium-fortified dairy may boost bone health for women
Fortification of dairy products with vitamin D and calcium may boost bone health in post-menopausal women, a group at increased risk of osteoporosis, suggests a new study from Greece.
DuPont’s Danisco buy boosts probiotics and could spur further acquisitions
DuPont’s €4.9bn acquisition of Danish probiotics and sweeteners specialist Danisco this week is vindication of the increasing economic viability of functional foods, according to analysts.
EFSA publishes draft guidance on nano risk assessment
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published draft guidance giving more specific risk assessment information regarding the use of nanotechnology in food.