Beingmate to form JV with Korean dairy to produce special infant formula for China
Beingmate has joined forces with South Korean company Maeil Dairies to produce special medical purpose infant formula for the Chinese market.
Archives for October 28, 2015
Tualang honey reduces risk of heart disease in smokers: Study
Malaysian researchers have found that Tualang honey supplementation reduced the oxidative stress status of smokers, suggesting its potential in reducing the risk of smoking-related cardio-vascular disease.
Prebiotics could be used to battle neuropsychiatric disorders: Oxford study
Prebiotics may play a modulatory role in neuro-immuno processes and could reverse anxiety induced by inflammation, research in mice has suggested for the first time.
Soapbox
What can you do in the face of a ‘flawed’ omega-3 research study?
How does the industry respond when a scientific study comes out that is critical of quality and label claim for an omega-3 fish oil supplement—and in the opinion of many experts, the research is seriously flawed?
Vitamin B could help sleepers realise their dreams
A University of Adelaide researcher is calling for participants to assist in a new national study investigating whether vitamin B can enhance dreaming.
UK ad authority hones in on Polish website
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against a UK food supplements retailer advertising on a Polish language website, which it said falls within its remit.
Botanical health claims & nutrient profiles make Commission’s list of 2016 priorities
Botanical health claims and nutrient profiles will be looked at as one of the European Commission’s key 23 initiatives next year.
Cranberry carbohydrates show urinary tract benefits: Study
Oligosaccharides from cranberries may inhibit the formation of E. coli biofilms and help support healthy urinary tract health, suggests a new study.