Vegan diet may be best way to preserve muscle in older, obese people
A group of researchers argue that a methionine restricting diet may be the best way to reverse the damage a high fat diet can do to the muscles of older obese subjects.
Archives for September 30, 2021
Magnesium supplements: 'Disturbing' discrepancies in actual and declared content
A new investigation into 116 Magnesium (Mg) food supplements on the Polish market reveals that huge differences between the declared and the actual content mean users may consume up to 304% more or 98% less Mg per day than they realise.
New green tech optimises aged black garlic extraction
Pharmactive has unveiled a novel, eco-friendly 'ABG Cool-Tech' technology that optimises the extraction process of its aged black garlic extract as well as launching a new, more concentrated formulation.
Industry leaders set to showcase two years worth of updates
After nearly two years, the biggest players in the health and nutrition industry are gearing up to showcase their newest products and insights at Vitafoods Europe 2021, Geneva, next month.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients and Lallemand Health Solutions launch gut-health concepts
FrieslandCampina Ingredients and Lallemand Health Solutions, which produces probiotic yeast and bacteria, have partnered to launch two new gut health product concepts.
Duplaco ramps up chlorella production as antidote to Asian red tape and costs
Dutch algae firm Duplaco are to ramp up production of the algae Chlorella in a move that looks to provide a viable alternative to Asian suppliers caught up in increasing transport costs and reliability issues.