Study: Enriched infant formula may improve neurocognitive function in children at age 6
Infant formula enriched with milk fat globule membrane, omega-3 fatty acids and synbiotics improves brain function in healthy children, a new study suggests.
Archives for March 28, 2022
Meta-analysis finds over 99% of athlete research methodology disregards female physiology
A recent study examined trials conducted since 1975 and assessed whether supplements identified by experts as evidence-based products that increase performance for female athletes are actually supported by adequate methodological design.
Industry groups call for regulatory and consumer clarity of ‘probiotic’ term
The IPA Europe and the European Dairy Association (EDA) have jointly called for the term ‘probiotic’ to be reassessed and for foods containing probiotics to be included on the nutrition claims list.
French firm tackles sugar consumption by investing in polyols
A multi-million-euro investment into liquid and powder polyols has been made by a leading ingredients firm in France.
EU introduces trade harmonisation for hemp seed market
The European Commission has finally agreed maximum THC limits for hemp seed products for the EU market, putting an end to internal market fragmentation.
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Passion for powerful berries leads to business success for UK couple
A couple who discovered the power of the Haskap berry while in Canada developed so much faith in their qualities, they have set up a company dedicated to the power fruit.
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Maternal health innovation: Probiotics and algal oil DHA help move market on from multivits - WATCH
The maternal health dietary supplements category is diversifying with the introduction of products containing probiotics and algal oil DHA – although multivitamins and folic acid remain the mainstays.
Probiotics may promote weight gain, shorten hospital stay in preterm infants with feeding intolerances – meta-analysis
Preterm infants with feeding intolerances (FI) may gain more weight and spend less time in hospital if they are given probiotics.