Hong Kong pulls Japanese infant formula from shelves over iodine levels
Authorities in Hong Kong have ordered the recall of two Japanese-manufactured powdered infant formula products after tests found iodine levels in the products were too low.
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Probiotics ban leads to marketing revolution
Probiotic yogurt brands and supermarket own-label equivalents are leading a revolution in marketing of these products in advance of a ban, which comes into effect in December.
USPlabs-funded study claims to ‘confirm presence of DMAA in Chinese geranium'
Controversial ingredient DMAA has been detected in Chinese geranium, according to a new study from Intertek AAC Labs and funded by USPlabs, which challenges other recent studies that demonstrated its absence in the plant.
Nano-filtration may aid recovery of phenols from fruit waste: Study
The use of nano-filtering technology could help in the recovery and purification of bioactive ingredients such as phenolic compounds from fruit wastes, say researchers
Soy sector “surprised” by EFSA menopause and bone health rejection
There is “insufficient” evidence to show that soy isoflavones can benefit bone health and ease menopausal conditions, according to the European Union’s central science agency.
Grape polyphenols backed for MetS benefits: Study
Consumption of polyphenol-rich grape may offer heart health benefits for men with metabolic syndrome, according to new research data.