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ANVISA grants novel food certification for Levagen
Gencor’s Levagen, a clinically studied form of palmitolethanolamide (PEA), has been granted novel foods certification by Brazil’s National Health Surveillance Agency ANVISA.
Archives for October 22, 2020
Arla offers high-protein iced tea as consumers seek healthier options
Fusion beverages are making a splash as an emerging category of functional food. The demand is spurred by consumers who prefer beverages that go beyond quenching their thirst and offer nutritional benefits.
Vitamin A and cold temperatures could lead to novel obesity therapeutics: study
While not everyone is thrilled cold weather season is upon us, it could be welcome news for those who want to shed a few pounds. Growing research finds that being cold may be an effective form of exercise.
Study: Maternal vitamin D deficiency could impair baby's cognitive development
Vitamin D deficiency rates in pregnancy are high and could lead to worse performance in cognitive and language skills for the baby, according to a prospective longitudinal study of more than 400 mothers in Spain.
Microbiome Search Trends: Getting under the skin of prebiotics
The interest in probiotics for immunity has passed its peak but a 24-month rise in internet searches for prebiotics and skin health is more than a passing trend, according to new insights from Lumina Intelligence.
Bayer develops existing Azitra LBP agreement with new €14m financing round
The investment unit of healthcare giants Bayer are to invest €14m ($17m) in biotech firm Azitra to develop live therapeutic products (LBPs) that address skin disorders like atopic dermatitis and acne.