Stratum rolls out kiwifruit ingredient to boost regularity
Stratum Nutrition is launching a new whole kiwifruit ingredient to boost digestive regularity and gut health.
Archives for October 6, 2011
Barley fiber may reduce the risk of developing diabetes: Cargill study
Beverages enriched with a fiber extracted from barley may reduce blood sugar spikes after a meal and enhance the body’s sensitivity to insulin, says a new study from Cargill.
Vitamin D supplements recommended for people with fair skin
People with very pale skin may require vitamin D supplements because they are unable to spend enough time in the sun to make the amount of vitamin D the body needs while also avoiding sunburn, according to new research.
Carbs may suppress fat absorption and accumulation: Animal data
Dietary fructooligosaccharides – carbohydrates with established prebiotic activity – may suppress high-fat diet-induced body fat accumulation, and inhibit intestinal absorption of dietary fats, say researchers.
Italian food supplements market growing 10% per year
The Italian food supplement market is showing no signs of a slowdown despite the country’s well-documented financial problems, with annual growth rates steady at 10% and fed by high quality products and broadening consumer interest.