Omega-3 may prevent or slow osteoarthritis: Animal study
An omega-3 rich diet from fish or flax oil could "substantially and significantly" reduce the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis, according to new research.
Archives for October 18, 2011
Mineral sweet formulations can give confectioners marketing boost - SternVitamin
Boiled sweets containing minerals can help confectioners generate more profits with novel products, according to micronutrient firm SternVitamin.
EU hails ground-breaking nano definition
The European Commission said its newly unveiled common nanomaterial definition will provide a basis for clear regulation that will boost industry’s ability to develop products while safeguarding consumers.
IADSA congress addresses key supplement science questions
Micronutrient deficiencies, overconsumption, regulatory harmonisation and risk management of intake levels were some of the topics discussed at the 4th Annual International Alliance of Food/Dietary Supplement Associations (IADSA) Scientific Forum held in...
French fat reduction firm to resubmit after EFSA health claim failure
Ceprodi KOT, the French diet firm that had an article 13.5, abdominal fat reduction health claim rejected by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in September, is already preparing a new submission that will focus on “cardiometabolic health”.
Member states urged not to veto health claim victories
The leading European food industry group, FoodDrinkEurope (FDE), has issued a missive urging member states not to kibosh positive European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) health claim opinions for up to 130 nutrients.