Study warns against sale of ‘toxic’ algae supplements
The sale of algae supplements containing A. flos-aquae is ‘highly questionable’ warn researchers, as they identify toxins in every commercially available product in Germany.
Archives for January 7, 2013
Euromonitor: Global economy to improve in 2013, Europe to struggle
The global economy is set to improve in 2013 – but Europe will continue to struggle, according to analysis from Euromonitor International.
Kaneka hikes CoQ10 prices as Mitsubishi exits market
Longtime CoQ10 supplier Kaneka has announced a price increase in advance of competitor’s Mitsubishi’s exit from the market.
Asparagus waste: new nutrient extraction method
Researchers are investigating the commercial potential of a process for extracting nutritional ingredients from asparagus waste for use in functional food products.
‘Intriguing’ study shows heart health benefits of omega-3-rich yogurt
Daily consumption of omega-3-fortified yogurt may help boost heart health, says a new study that may ‘intrigue CPG companies to begin or continue their formulation efforts’.
Probiotic society disputes research bias accusations
The International Scientific Association for Probiotics and Prebiotics (ISAPP) has refuted accusations that probiotic researchers under-report negative or neutral results due to corporate interest.
Synteract cites global expansion as driver for HCR takeover
Synteract will add trial capacity in Europe, Israel and South America through the acquisition of Munich-based Harrison Clinical Research. (HCR).