Lutein and zeaxanthin levels linked to better cognitive function: Study
Higher blood levels of lutein and zeaxanthin may be associated with better cognition, memory, and executive function, says a new study from Ireland.
Archives for April 2, 2017
Battle Oats earns first major high street listing with Holland and Barrett
Battle Oats flapjacks will be distributed through 300 Holland and Barret stores across the UK and Ireland by the end of the month.
Researchers confirm chicory inulin benefits on blood sugar
Inulin fibre from chicory root's beneficial effects on metabolic risks – including managing blood sugar levels – has been confirmed by new research.
DSM opens new Dutch biotechnology centre
Global food and nutritional ingredients supplier DSM continues its €100 million investment in R&D with the opening of a new biotechnology facility near its Delft HQ for food.
Mother’s supplement use has no impact on child’s coeliac risk: Study
Dietary supplementation during pregnancy may help boost nutrient intake, but it is not likely to modify the risk for coeliac disease in their children, according to researchers.
NutraIngredients Awards: Readers' category open ... YOU decide who wins!
Have your say and vote to decide who will win Readers’ Ingredient of the Year and Readers’ Food Supplement of the Year at this year’s NutraIngredients Awards.
Blues-busters: Study shows blueberry juice antioxidants ease stress
A blueberry drink a day can help keep stress away, suggests a study which found blueberry’s antioxidant power improved the cognitive performance of adult rats exposed to stress.
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Supplements retailing: Five factors to focus on to drive sales success - Mr Vitamins CEO
The CEO of Australia’s largest independent vitamin retailer has argued the industry is missing too many opportunities to maximise supplement sales and deliver high-quality customer service.
Study highlights potential blood sugar management activity of elderberry extracts
Polyphenolic extracts from elderberry (Sambucus nigra) may increase the uptake of glucose and free fatty acids by muscles and help with blood glucose management, says a new study from Norway.