Microbiome modification: High-fibre diet could cut diabetes risk
A fibre-rich diet encourages the production of a gut-derived metabolite that could protect against diabetes, a study suggests.
Archives for April 12, 2017
Nutritionists dispute relevance of sugar levels in chocolate spreads following report
Chocolate spreads and jams contain huge amounts of sugar, with two slices of bread containing the entire maximum daily intake - but some experts have questioned whether the quantities eaten are large enough to contribute to obesity
No evidence to link vitamin A supplementation with fewer baby deaths: Cochrane review
A new systematic review states there is no indication that vitamin A supplementation among babies at birth reduces mortality during the first six or 12 months of life.
PAS named official supplier for British and Irish Lions
Pro Athlete Supplementation (PAS) has been chosen as the official supplier of all performance nutrition products and hydration for the British and Irish Lions’ 2017 tour to New Zealand.
Seaweed micro-encapsulations target sports nutrition and smoothie markets
A new micro-encapsulated seaweed ingredient will ‘open up a whole new avenue’ for Seaweed & Co as it targets smoothies and the sports nutrition market.
Naturex looks for partners to develop natural colours and preservatives
Botanical extract supplier Naturex is looking for partners – both technical and commercial – to work together to develop natural solutions for red, green and blue colours and preservatives.
Netherlands issues new vitamin K guidelines for breast-fed infants
Injections of vitamin K for breast-fed infants could help prevent complications that are currently associated with oral dosing, say new Dutch guidelines.