Archives for October 19, 2015

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EFSA’s Bernhard Url: Science should reserve one private room for open debate

Since taking the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) throne last summer, Dr Bernhard Url has become something of a pin-up boy for the so-called new ‘open EFSA’. But how far exactly is this new executive director willing to take his vision of transparency?

Melon juice extract reduces cellulite on thighs (but not stomach): Study

Melon juice concentrate reduces cellulite on thighs, according to a recent study by French ingredient supplier Bionov.

FDA ‘following up’ on availability of DMAA products online

The US Food and Drug Administration is following up on recent findings that almost 40 products are still using DMAA, so are more warning letters expected?

Probiotics increase iron absorption from fortified drink by 50%: Study

Probiotics may help increase iron absorption from iron-fortified foods, say Swedish researchers.