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The multi-billion euro sports nutrition sector is changing faster than you can say ‘millennial buy-in’, but is your firm abreast of the game-changing shifts that matter most? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2afGzhP via IFTTT

Tesco will open six in-store Holland & Barrett concessions within the next month as part of a pilot project, just months after closing down its loss-making NutriCentre business. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aCXnmu via IFTTT

Researchers have investigated the mechanisms of action behind carbs and weight gain, pointing to hormone levels that regulate fat. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ahZGqA via IFTTT

The nutritional quality of a mother’s diet during pregnancy has a huge say in determining offspring attributes, such as weight and even susceptibility to chronic conditions, a UK study has speculated.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2au1hNA via IFTTT

There was plenty of handwringing at the IFT show this year about the lack of scientific literacy characterizing the debate around food and farming, backed up by scores of press clippings about ‘franken-foods.’ But is the media solely to blame, and what’s the remedy? FoodNavigator-USA editor Elaine Watson caught up with ‘Bad Science’ author Dr Ben Goldacre to find out… from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ahvY57 via IFTTT

Consumption of probiotic ‘good bacteria’ could reduce body weight and body mass index (BMI) scores according to a new Chinese meta-analysis. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ajud9v via IFTTT

Abbott Nutrition has recalled medical infant nutrition products shipped to nine countries after it was found they  “may not h ave received sufficient sterilisation”.    from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a4leLa via IFTTT

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A ketone ester drink developed by an Oxford University start-up for the US Army has shown benefits to elite endurance athletes by unlocking  “greater human metabolic potential.” from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aeDo99 via IFTTT

The UK government has advised that adults and children over the age of one should get 10 micrograms (μg) of vitamin D every day. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a7xENT via IFTTT

Danone has recorded negative overall sales figures in Europe for the first half of 2016. But the company hopes investment in the relaunch of its Activia and Actimel brands will help return it to profitable growth. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ajVgSK via IFTTT

Foods carrying health claims have only slightly better nutrition profiles than products without, according to an Oxford University study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2agpVgb via IFTTT

Supplements of ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera ) root extract may help people with chronic stress manage their body weight, says a new study from India. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ah2feR via IFTTT

Scientists have discovered cockroach milk is four times more nutritious than cow's milk with a protein that releases energy slowly over a long period of time. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2azulUu via IFTTT

Researchers from Spain found that CoQ10 plus nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) supplementation for 8 weeks is safe and potentially effective in reducing max heart rate among chronic fatigue syndrome patients. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2acdGTG via IFTTT

A new soy-based protein could boost appetite for hunger-suppressed patients, researchers have suggested. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aqXhvr via IFTTT

US firm Nutrition 21 has applied for EU novel food approval for its sports nutrition ingredient ‘Nitrosigine’, with a public consultation under way. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a01eta via IFTTT

Adding GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) to a post-exercise whey protein regimen may improve muscle building more than whey protein alone, suggests a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aa5wLF via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has concluded there is  “insufficient”  evidence to claim a probiotic can help boost iron absorption – but applicant Probi says it won’t take no for an answer. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2axjYR5 via IFTTT

German contract manufacturer SternMaid is expanding again, citing growth in the European outsourcing market as a driver for investing in a second production plant for powdered foods and food supplements. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aa51RF via IFTTT

A form of ‘chemical origami’ may result in a new generation of compounds that could be used in food to enhance its nutrition and treat conditions such as high cholesterol, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2axkrmD via IFTTT

Data from 34 randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trials indicated that there is a  “causal effect of [magnesium] supplementation on lowering [blood pressure] in adults.” from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aa5Dqw via IFTTT

The novel vitamin C formulation Ester-C increases levels of the vitamin in white blood cells (leukocytes) more than regular ascorbic acid, says a new study from NBTY and KGK Synergize. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2axkpLx via IFTTT

A synbiotic food fortified with beta-carotene may improve markers of inflammation and oxidative stress in people with type 2 diabetes, says a new study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2afkpxZ via IFTTT

If you can't trust 'health professionals' to sift nutrition data, who can you trust? argues EU food law critic Bert Schwitters after a recent ECJ ruling that potentially shifts the meaning of commercial and non-commercial nutritional communication. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a2XdiY via IFTTT

The UK government has introduced legislation that would make a company’s failure to fall in line with EU infant formula and baby food marketing laws a criminal offence subject to fines. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2afkbH1 via IFTTT

Multiple stakeholders are gathering to tackle hidden hunger and malnutrition in South Africa. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a2Xq5S via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority is calling for public comments on its draft guidance for the allergenicity assessment of genetically modified (GM) plants. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2afklxW via IFTTT

NutraIngredients presents a final summary of notable research presented at the 10 th World Congress on Polyphenol Applications in Porto this year. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a2X2UP via IFTTT

As little as two grams per day of Sunfiber, Taiyo’s proprietary form of guar fiber, may help reduce calorie intake from snacking by as much as 20%, according to a new review. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2afke5J via IFTTT

Dietary supplements of the carotenoid zeaxanthin with sea buckthorn fruit oil and wheat ceramides may reduce wrinkles in women, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a6Vi2q via IFTTT

A metabolite from pomegranate compounds may improve mitochondrial and muscle function and enhance endurance during aging, says a new study from Switzerland. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aoE5Sa via IFTTT

Research labs could soon be using smartphones to count CFUs (colony forming units), as a Silicon Valley start-up releases a new app that gets an encouraging review from Swedish probiotics producer Probi. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a494yP via IFTTT

Despite the plethora of studies that focus on resveratrol’s beneficial health effects, there is still not one singular mechanism of action that can be agreed upon that sufficiently explains its positive preventative effects. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2abvjoe via IFTTT

Research labs could soon be using smartphones to count CFUs (colony forming units), as a Silicon Valley start-up releases a new app that gets an encouraging review from Swedish probiotics producer Probi. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aFahfO via IFTTT

There are “no compelling associations” between calcium supplementat use and increased risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aBCdBx via IFTTT

Complaints over health claims by 'healthy' ice cream makers descends into a war of words, as rivals Oppo, Taywell and Perfect World trade claims and insults over their products. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a0WiiL via IFTTT

The elderberry may play a larger role than previously thought in counteracting the decline in neuronal and cognitive functions, particularly in Alzheimer’s disease, according to research presented at the 10th World congress on Polyphenol Applications in Porto, Portugal. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Stha0 via IFTTT

A report authored by UK public health lobby group Action on Sugar has called on the UK government to curb energy drink consumption among young people – listing a ban on sales to under 16s as one policy option. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a1BBGo via IFTTT

Study couldn't prove cause-and-effect, however, so experts believe more data is needed Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2aihIu5 via IFTTT

An Italian consumer survey has revealed the factors motivating functional food purchases. The researchers said health function was just one reason on the list, and manufacturers would do well to note this. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29WoPrL via IFTTT

Daily infusions with a chemical associated with feelings of happiness increased calcium levels in the blood of Holstein cows and the milk of Jersey cows that had just given birth. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29WGtPW via IFTTT

Mozambique is gearing up for the introduction of mandatory fortification of flour, corn meal, cooking oil, sugar and salt, following milestone legislation designed to combat malnutrition. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29OnB4E via IFTTT

Rising protein ice cream brand WheyHey isn’t stopping at being the 'Red Bull of the freezer aisle'; it wants to provide an alternative to the 'rubbish' food companies are serving up in every category, co-founder Damien Kennedy tells NutraIngredients.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29W4kv1 via IFTTT

Elite athletes are at increased risk of upper respiratory tract illness (URTI), but supplementation with  Lactobacillus helveticus  probiotics may reduce the duration of the illness, according to data from Serbia. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2af1S3y via IFTTT

Sometimes the sum of the parts is in fact greater than the whole, and that seems to be the story in collagen, at least for some of its more focused anti aging benefits that are tied to specific peptides. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29O0ibe via IFTTT

Mars’ decision back in May to infuse larges dose of protein into its bestselling Snickers and Mars chocolate bars signalled to many that protein consumption had hit the mainstream sector. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2abGjCp via IFTTT

Coca-Cola has launched a soft drink which counts baobab extract among its ingredients: a beverage that could be rolled out globally in the future.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29QM3xK via IFTTT

UK retailer Marks and Spencer has filed a health claim for a particular carbohydrate to protein ratio it says helps overweight individuals lose weight. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a1nykP via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is asking for comments on its revised scientific and technical guidance for health claim applications. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29VMPsU via IFTTT

Latest research has suggested that on balance, coffee and tea intake may lower the incidence of metabolic disorders and exert a protective effect on health.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a1nv8u via IFTTT

Eating garlic can lead to a garlic smell and the presence of garlic-derived compounds in breast milk, but transmission is more complex than previously thought, according to a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29VMV3z via IFTTT

Kellogg has been ordered to amend or pull a website and TV ad for Special K after the ads were found to breach standards on health claims. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a1nIsf via IFTTT

The global sports nutrition market will grow an average of 8.27% a year to reach US$40bn (€36bn) by 2020, with herbal supplements driving much of the growth, according to a report from TechNavio. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2abNBVr via IFTTT

Only a fifth of the world’s population are receiving the recommended vitamin E intake, a review has concluded, placing a heightened risk for conditions affecting the immune system, cognitive function and cardiovascular health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Lhv16 via IFTTT

The Court of Justice of the EU has confirmed that commercial communications addressed solely to health professionals must respect the nutrition and health claims regulation (NHCR) like any other marketing addressed to consumers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a9sXow via IFTTT

Chia seed based drinks can disrupt the beverage market thanks to two key attributes: around 33% less sugar than fruit juice and an array of functional benefits, according to chia seed based drink brand wow.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29SFPAh via IFTTT

South African firm Ascendis Health is aiming to complete its acquisition of sports nutrition company Scitec International by the end of August, with CEO Karsten Wellner expecting strong growth even in saturated markets. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aqXJbW via IFTTT

Higher dietary intakes of flavonoids from fruit, vegetables and herbs are associated with a lower risk of depression in older women, says a new study from Harvard scientists. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29LWYIP via IFTTT

The global sports nutrition market will grow an average of 8.27% a year to reach US$40bn (€36m) by 2020, with herbal supplements driving much of the growth, according to a report from TechNavio. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29TLbMX via IFTTT

A daily dose of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and oleate – a monounsatured fatty acid (MUFA) – may enhance the beneficial effects of exercise for people with metabolic syndrome. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Qn79V via IFTTT

Supplements containing a fragmented  Lactobacillus amylovorus  CP1563 may help cut body fat levels and trim waist sizes, says a new study from Japan. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29TLnvz via IFTTT

A new meta-analysis strongly supports the use of meso-zeaxanthin along with lutein and zeaxanthin for use in eye health formulations. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29QnfGm via IFTTT

There is barely a food or beverage category that has not been invaded by coconut in some shape or form, says Euromonitor International contributing analyst, Simone Baroke. But is the world justified in going loco for coco? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29TKVxs via IFTTT

Research that enhances compounds contained in broccoli may lead to a lower risk of coronary heart disease and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to two studies that reinforce the vegetable’s reputation as a superfood. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Qn6TF via IFTTT

Zhaolong Foods has secured the patent from Anhui Agricultural University (AAU) to manufacture China’s first gum with organic tea polyphenols. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29TKK5f via IFTTT

When consumers use beauty-from-within products they expect to see the effects in the mirror, and sometimes quickly, but this is actually more of an opportunity than a challenge, say experts. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29QmVrs via IFTTT

Fitting a beauty-from within brand message into a healthy aging product positioning is challenging but can have a huge payoff, brand holders say. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29TKW4r via IFTTT

Personalised diets may provide diabetics with a more natural way of controlling the post-meal spikes in blood sugar glucose that are linked to obesity, hypertension and cardiovascular disease, a study suggests.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Wh1a7 via IFTTT

With the pound on its knees, frozen yoghurt lolly maker Claudi and Fin is staring a 13% price rise in the face next month.  “In the short-term we expect to shoulder all of that,”  said co-founder Meriel Kehoe. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29X3rpG via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has launched a public opinion on its draft dietary reference values for potassium. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Jm4LD via IFTTT

Fresh research from years 1-4 of the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) rolling programme has investigated the association between anti-inflammatory and antioxidant dietary patterns in reducing the onset of diabetes and looked at carb-protein ratios. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2aflDan via IFTTT

Not all astaxanthin supplements can prove that the ingredient on the label is derived from algae, according to recent testing conducted by an industry group. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29WvZN9 via IFTTT

Researchers in Ireland have concluded via a long term trial that supplementation with three carotenoids—lutein, zeaxanthin and meso-zeaxanthin—can improve the visual performance of subjects who had normal vision to start. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a200h7 via IFTTT

A German state court has ruled an algae-sourced calcium has no place in an organic soy drink – the manufacturer has appealed the verdict. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ToAhi via IFTTT

Danone’s medical nutrition business Nutricia has recalled a batch of its Seravit nutrition product for hospitalised children in the UK and Ireland after it was discovered the products contained too high levels of amino acids, minerals and fats. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Zay0y via IFTTT

The progress of personalised nutrition is being hampered by the food industry’s ‘lack of trust and transparency,’ in product composition and effects on health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ToDK1 via IFTTT

The German arm of consumer group Foodwatch has called on Monster Energy to voluntarily stop using health claims on its drinks following clear recent political calls for change. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29XNT4W via IFTTT

With a Kickstarter in the works, Ronzo is readying itself to enter the burgeoning American sports nutrition market offering capsules of cricket powder, which the company says is packed with essential protein and amino acids. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29BVssr via IFTTT

A new paper sponsored by branded ingredient supplier AIDP has elucidated the way in which threonates boost the uptake of magnesium into the brain, the company announced recently. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29C3pnp via IFTTT

So-called multivitamin and mineral pregnancy supplements   are “ an unnecessary expense”  for most expectant mothers, according to a review of current UK guidance for pregnancy supplementation. Yet industry has called the statements dangerously misleading.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2a6uRWm via IFTTT

Brexit is generally regarded as bad for business, NutraIngredients readers have said, but some see positives in the UK’s decision to leave the European Union. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29NivUh via IFTTT

In 2015 a total of 177 experts of UK nationality contributed to the work of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), leaving some to question what an impending Brexit will mean for this talent pool.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29MBCAz via IFTTT

Dow AgroSciences is a step closer to commercializing oil from canola plants bred to produce meaningful amounts of the coveted long-chain omega-3 fatty acids DHA (3.7%) and EPA (0.7%), which are currently only found in fish, fungi or microalgae, according to a letter in the journal Nature Biotechnology.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Ni1xp via IFTTT

The astaxanthin supply continues to expand as Icelandic manufacturer Algalif has entered full scale production at its facility near Keflavik and has launched a finished goods brand in the US market. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29Nj9AZ via IFTTT

Fine-tuning professional athletes using genetic testing and microbiome analysis may well be the next step in personalised sports nutrition, according to a nutrition expert. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ufMgK via IFTTT

Publicly listed UK start-up Optibiotix has €4m+ in the bank and is pushing forward on a series microbiome-focused nutrition projects that include a joint research initiative with weight management giant, SlimFast. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29sZBAj via IFTTT

One health claim application for a prebiotic fibre and a further two for the plant resin  Chios mastiha  have been withdrawn from the European Food Safety Authority's (EFSA) agenda. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29rMd2M via IFTTT

Zinc lozenges can reduce common cold duration by nearly three days, according to a new meta-analysis. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29t9Bsr via IFTTT

The European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) has called for a distinction to be made between the two blocked caffeine claims referring to endurance and a further two referring to alertness and concentration. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29yXPj1 via IFTTT

Improvements in physical function and joint stiffness were recorded after six weeks of supplementation with pomegranate juice, report researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29zjgPR via IFTTT

For many years, countries across the developing world have fortified staples such as maize flour, wheat flour and oil with micronutrients that are deficient in the diet. In Nigeria, for example, flour, maize, oil and sugar have been fortified with vitamin A since the 1990s. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29PxfEu via IFTTT

As global krill oil major Aker Biomarine awaits regulatory approval for its new Superba 2 product line in China, increased consumer demand for omega-3s is bringing increasingly more local suppliers to the market. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29BL34F via IFTTT

The Dutch supplements industry is celebrating a court ruling that sleep aid melatonin cannot be classed as a medicine if its dosage is above a certain threshold. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29tuGEO via IFTTT

Mintel research has found that high earners are key consumers of sports nutrition products in the UK, so how can manufacturers better cater to these cash-carrying competitors?  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29VhNTK via IFTTT

Omega-3 supplementation during pregnancy offers no protection for the offspring against obesity during the child’s first year of life, a study has hypothesised.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29s4RsD via IFTTT

Industry has lamented yesterday’s European Parliament plenary vote to block four caffeine claims, which otherwise seemed set to pass into EU law books after years of delay.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29rXhOu via IFTTT

More dairy companies will look to expand into the dairy alternative category to offset flat liquid milk sales and take advantage of the +15% compound annual growth rate witnessed by the plant based dairy alternative category, says Frost & Sullivan. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29tbYNi via IFTTT

Development of an  in vitro  model that mimics the gastrointestinal tract is one of the ways in which Biofortis and Triskelion hope to help further research into the relationship between the gut microbiome and immune health, under a new partnership. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29B2Slr via IFTTT

Five grams per day of collagen peptides derived from fish may improve skin moisture, elasticity, and wrinkles, says a new study from Nitta Gelatin Inc. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29m2mmL via IFTTT

Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire The WhiteWave Foods Company (WhiteWave) for approximately $12.5bn, with the transaction expected to close at the end of the year. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29lZ0A7 via IFTTT

A prenatal vitamin D project to be conducted in Montana demonstrates NOW Foods’ commitment to supporting ongoing research in the vitamin, the company says. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29l0xdu via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) botanical interactive database will be fully up and running by early 2017, something one expert called a  “great result” .  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29lZ4Qz via IFTTT

Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have voted to veto four caffeine health claims following a lively debate on energy drinks in a Strasbourg plenary today.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29l0M8f via IFTTT

Gastro dysbiosis has been implicated in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS) as a study continues to lay bare the gut microbiota’s influence on a range of chronic conditions.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29lZ032 via IFTTT

Global ingredients supplier DSM has started production of vitamin B6 at its new state-of-the-art facility in Xinghuo, China. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29wDGuU via IFTTT

Cocoa flavanols do have cardiovascular health benefits, but more are needed in a single dose than the EU’s approved health claim, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29sHTxW via IFTTT

The type of unsaturated fat used alongside trans-fats in food could play a role in modifying negative effects, a new study suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29jgeOE via IFTTT

The European Commission has started the first phase of its investigation into the need for nutrient profiles, with a report expected in spring 2017. Yet with the caffeine claim fiasco ongoing, it’s never been clearer how necessary the profiles are. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29uwDTc via IFTTT

A thick, low-calorie milkshake will leave you feeling fuller than one that is high in calories but thin – a finding that could have the potential to help people lower their energy intake, according to new research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29yzmdb via IFTTT

Italy could ban high-dose vitamin and mineral supplements after a nutrition committee recommended vitamin B12 (cobalamin) above 500 micrograms (ug) was medicinal. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29OFLjg via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is pushing forward with a vitamin D opinion after a social media campaign saw an  “avalanche”  of comments flooded in as part of a public consultation. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29n5u3E via IFTTT

Supplements of zinc carnosine with or without bovine colostrum may protect against gut symptoms associated with heavy exercise, says a new study with implications for athletes and military personnel. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29OujEz via IFTTT

Extracts from rosemary and grapefruit may improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles, says a new study from researchers in Spain and Italy. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29mVRC7 via IFTTT

A supplement based on a molecule produced by gut bacteria could be used to suppress the appetite for high-calorie foods, according to a study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29wzpZI via IFTTT

Three Dutch food firms have joined forces with a research company to create a consortium focused on developing protein-rich foods. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ygLy4 via IFTTT

A field study by Arla Food Ingredients of low-income families in the Democratic Republic of Congo has found an opportunity to improve the nutritional quality of the staple diet at very little cost. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29wzxZy via IFTTT

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To address increasing consumer concern on folic acid supplementation, Gnosis released a flow chart that shows the folate metabolic pathway. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29gm9mE via IFTTT

Swedish-Japanese astaxanthin specialist AstaReal is working with its UK brand partners to push awareness of the carotenoid’s skin health benefits – even in the absence of approved health claims. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29f14Zy via IFTTT

Danish probiotic supplier Chr. Hansen has reported more modest growth within EU human health and nutrition, saying its success and failure hinges on that of probiotic launches on shelf.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ofOJp via IFTTT

Confused about all this talk about Brexit in that far-away rainy country of crumpets and Beatles? Not quite sure who Nigel Farage is? (Lucky you.) Well we’re here to guide you through it. Disclaimer: I am British and voted Remain. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29f1rU1 via IFTTT

DSM’s latest Global Insight Series report says the main reason consumers purchase lactose-free dairy products in emerging markets such as Colombia and China is the health appeal of the products, not merely lactose-intolerance. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ofBG5 via IFTTT

Low levels of selenium have been linked with an increased risk of developing liver cancer, according to a study, which blamed western diets and lifestyles for the deficiency. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29f7yb4 via IFTTT

In 2012 Frutarom appointed a new chief of its health and nutrition division, with the Swiss-Israeli flavours and ingredients house making no secret of its ambition to expand its supplements and functional foods footprint. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29e0bFw via IFTTT

The European Commission has mused three different solutions to the botanical extracts situation that has seen about 2000 claims stuck on hold. Yet real movement will not be seen in the immediate future, a DG SANTE head has said.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29f4Jar via IFTTT

Signs of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) have been found in the gut bacteria in research conducted at Cornell University, which questions whether the disease originates in the brain. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29ixM0s via IFTTT

Researchers have found low levels of CoQ10 in people with multiple system atrophy, and suggested supplementation could help. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29IqYXz via IFTTT

The European Commission has started the first phase of its investigation into the need for nutrient profiles, which it hopes will settle the issue once and for all. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29hHyyC via IFTTT

Chinese academics have collaborated with British counterparts to launch a UK-China Joint-Centre for Probiotic Research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29IrcxJ via IFTTT

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Delving deeper into a popular remedy that has lacked solid scientific backing, a new placebo-controlled study found that cranberry juice consumption lowered clinical urinary tract infection (UTI) episodes in women with a recent history of UTIs. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29zZxz6 via IFTTT

There has been some evidence that polyphenols inhibit starch-digesting enzymes and fiber delays glucose absorption, lowering the glycemic index of some foods. A new study explores how the addition of polyphenol- and fiber- rich food together in a starchy diet can inhibit blood sugar levels. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/29bCdZJ via IFTTT