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Australian manufacturer of pharmaceutical grade cannabis and hemp-based products Creso Pharma has sealed deals to launch its nutraceuticals in two European markets. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f7FCKW via IFTTT

Researchers say a review and meta-analysis suggests, but cannot establish, that industry-sponsored nutrition studies may be more likely to have favourable conclusions compared to independent studies. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eP0VCj via IFTTT

Fruitflow, the Provexis-owned blood flow boosting tomato extract has launched in an omega-3 blended food supplement in the UK. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f2tnBy via IFTTT

Whey protein could reduce the risk factors associated with heart disease, an RCT has found.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f2d4V3 via IFTTT

'Natural fast food' restaurant chain Leon has been ordered to remove the term ‘Original Superfood Salad’ from its menu after the UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) found it did not qualify as a brand name exemption under the EU nutrition and health claims regulation (NHCR). Legal experts examine the ruling. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eV2NqX via IFTTT

China has provided one of the few positive notes in Mead Johnson’s quarterly results, with bosses hailing “substantial progress” in the country, despite conceding that global growth would be slower than planned. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f2au1g via IFTTT

The global collagen peptide company is looking to diversify the applications of its product BodyBalance, targeting manufacturers who cater to fitness enthusiasts looking for toned bodies. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eV3Fvz via IFTTT

The hesitancy of the foodborne pathogen testing industry to adopt Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for DNA tests is a signal that the technology is immature and needs further refinement before it can become a standard tool, the authors of a recent paper argue. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f2am25 via IFTTT

A dose of dextrose gel rubbed inside a newborn baby’s mouth an hour after birth can lower their risk of developing neonatal hypoglycaemia, according to a new randomised study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eKTIU1 via IFTTT

More clinical trials are needed to build up a catalogue of evidence-based findings to enable Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to play a bigger role in Singapore’s healthcare system. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f3aUlZ via IFTTT

Cargill has partnered with a French start-up to turn waste water and CO 2  from one of its malt production plants into spirulina production ‘fuel’. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eFfoRf via IFTTT

Irish biotech firm Nuritas has secured a €3m EU grant to continue research on an unnamed peptide it says is a major breakthrough in diabetes prevention. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eX4moW via IFTTT

Milk peptides from the Tasmanian devil may play a role in battling antibiotic resistant bacteria, according to researchers writing in  Nature .  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eFaWCd via IFTTT

In female nursing home residents, cranberry capsules didn't affect infection rate Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2e4ymQU via IFTTT

New research from Macau suggests that omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids could improve the function of the glymphatic system, which facilitates the clearance of waste from the brain. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e4AJ6f via IFTTT

An important prebiotic, probiotic congress takes place in Berlin on 1-3 February next year for those in the business and science of the microbiota. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eguo51 via IFTTT

The quality of protein and its leucine content has a significant influence on muscle building with resistance training, a review has found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dN9jTM via IFTTT

What are the latest free-from trends sweeping Europe? How is the mature gluten-free market staying innovative? And how much on-pack prominence should you give to free-from claims? FoodNavigator hit the expo floor at SIAL in Paris to find out. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2egt2aE via IFTTT

Bangalore-based lutein and carotenoid specialist Katra Phyto has enlisted UK-based ingredient player and distributor Gee Lawson as its European partner. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dN9hep via IFTTT

Macro-investments in health, education and access to water are key to reducing malnutrition, a report has found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2egsnpH via IFTTT

High protein intake during infancy may contribute to obesity later in life in infants who are not exclusively breastfed, according to a Nestlé Nutrition-funded study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dN9fDj via IFTTT

Sweden is creating a taskforce to bring rogue supplement e-commerce in check, something industry hopes will help close the gap between on and offline standards. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eTMTxi via IFTTT

Net profits at Australian vitamin and supplement supplier Blackmores fell by 46.6% in the first quarter, with daigou sales – items bought by Chinese entrepreneurs in Australia to ship back to China – plummeting. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eToXdA via IFTTT

Sports nutrition producer CNP Professional has been sold to The Protein Partners following a strategic review of the company. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2f9Vvnp via IFTTT

The €73m acquisition of a library of 3,200 probiotic strains will open up opportunities in children’s immune health, Chr Hansen’s CEO says as the firm posts 13% profit growth from last year.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eTHh5g via IFTTT

A blend of probiotics, magnesium, vitamins and minerals can reduce stress and fatigue even after users stop taking it, a study has shown.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2fg9zLk via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has said a herbal root mix is safe for use in menopause food supplements. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2evBHZU via IFTTT

Twelve edible herbs from Assam, India, are “alluring candidates” for nutraceutical and functional food developments, according to study which highlights their antioxidant capacity. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dKEF8B via IFTTT

A joint venture between Blackmores and Bega Cheese to supply infant formula across APAC - and in particular China - has missed its sales targets, hitting Bega’s financial performance. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2evBOVe via IFTTT

With athletes in mind, Glanbia partnered with Wisconsin-based PoppingFUN for a new confectionary-inspired delivery format for iron supplements. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2fdYni7 via IFTTT

"Soy is good, but lactofermented soy is better,"  says French firm Sojami which predicts its patented process for creating plant-based cheese will lead to a vegan cheese industry as rich and diverse as dairy. (Just don't call it cheese.) from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eQuaCP via IFTTT

Welsh firm Pro Athlete Supplementation (PAS) has won a contract to be the ‘Official Supplier of Performance Nutrition’ to the Welsh Rugby Union (WRU). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2fe0ouW via IFTTT

Resveratrol may help tackle a hormone disparity in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a common condition that can cause infertility, according to a study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eQt61Y via IFTTT

Eating seven vitamin D-fortified eggs a week could be enough to keep winter vitamin D status in adults in check, say EU-funded researchers.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2fdVP3J via IFTTT

With more than 30,000 businesses generating sales of over A$4bn (US$3.1bn), the Australian complementary medicines industry has created a highly competitive landscape. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eQtUUo via IFTTT

CLA – conjugated linoleic acid – is finding increasing use in sports nutrition products, with active consumers attracted by its benefits for body composition, says BASF. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2fe0in4 via IFTTT

Other physicians urge caution, however, and say these findings aren't conclusive Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2eFLJH0 via IFTTT

Increased levels of the omega-3 fatty acid EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) are associated with a lower severity of symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), says a new paper from Japanese researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dSLVT3 via IFTTT

Australian supplement firm Vitaco has cleared a number of regulatory hurdles, paving the way for its takeover by Chinese investors.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dScQhV via IFTTT

Follow-up results released from a University of Sydney study show that increased muscle strength leads to improved brain function in adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eNfEuw via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has taken the reins in the safety evaluation of Mitsubishi’s novel antioxidant salt ingredient following member state toxicity concerns.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eAn7Oc via IFTTT

French flavours firm Robertet has completed its acquisition of melon extract producer Bionov, bringing products marketed to combat stress and cellulite into its portfolio.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eAeCCA via IFTTT

High levels of vitamin D inadequacy have been observed in adolescents, as a study identifies the minimum level required by this group to maintain adequate vitamin D levels during the winter months. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eoyZrj via IFTTT

For the latest edition of Tetra Pak’s annual Consumer Generations Whitepaper series, the packaging giant interviewed more than 40,000 people and gathered insights from 27 different developed and developing countries, and found that the senior population (aged 60 years and older) is the fastest growing consumer group in the world.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eAhSOp via IFTTT

A streamlined test for omega-3 levels in the blood will help consumers better understand this crucial risk factor, the test’s developer says. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eox8md via IFTTT

Aged garlic has greater antioxidant potential that the raw version, but was found not to lower cholesterol in hypercholesterolemic individuals, a Singapore study has reported. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eJUfU7 via IFTTT

Herbalife is launching the Herbalife24 Program for Australia and New Zealand as it seeks to boost its sports nutrition products in the two countries. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2emDMHd via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has approved another extension of an adult health claim this time for calcium and the normal development of bones for children under three. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2duCg6W via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is assessing a health claim linking a multivitamin, mineral and botanical mix and male fertility following an application from French firm Laboratoire Nurilia. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e8DHWo via IFTTT

Cargill has launched a three-month campaign to help fight child malnutrition in Asia in commemoration of World Food Day.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ezDCdN via IFTTT

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Western and eastern European sports nutrition markets are growing at about 12% annually, but will settle down to 8% growth by 2019, according to Euromonitor International data. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dEOzf3 via IFTTT

Beverly Hills-based FitnessGenes is bringing its DNA-driven personalised nutrition concept to sportspeople at all levels – and has moved across the pond to the UK and Europe. Is the sports world ready for personalised nutrition? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eyLIlG via IFTTT

If you are seeking protein for its nutrient quality, it doesn’t matter much which source you choose. But if you want specific sports nutrition results, whey still leads the way, experts say. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dERaFO via IFTTT

The European sports nutrition industry is calling for a ‘protein spiking’ loophole to be closed, but if there is any Brussels movement it is likely to be slow and this lapse threatens to knock the nutrition staple from the top step of the sports nutrition podium. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eycLyH via IFTTT

More energy, better concentration, increased strength, longer endurance, swifter recovery - sports nutrition science never sleeps. We scan developments. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eaCkb2 via IFTTT

Nestlé has lowered its full year outlook from 4.2% to 3.5% as it feels the effect of a deflationary market. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eycSdx via IFTTT

GNC could become the latest vitamin and supplement firm to get Chinese owners, with The Wall Street Journal reporting that the company has met with several interested parties. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eaB5sp via IFTTT

Research appears to show that supplementation with taurine - an additive commonly found in energy drinks - improves symptoms in young people suffering a first episode of psychosis (FEP). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2easDvs via IFTTT

The search for the final missing person following the explosion at BASF’s plant this week has come to an end after divers today found a body in the nearby harbour. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dB4nj4 via IFTTT

DSM’s president of nutrition and health says high-dose vitamin and mineral products marketed via pharma channels are growing rapidly. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2etM7FP via IFTTT

Co-ingestion of  Streptococcus thermophilus  FP4 and  Bifidobacterium breve  BR03 may reduce the drops in performance in the days after muscle-damaging exercise, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dB1MWl via IFTTT

Mobile device technology and the range of tools available to track nutritional intake are playing an increased role in maintaining optimal fitness and staying more active.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2etN415 via IFTTT

Venture Scanner says 2016 is on pace to be one of the best years ever for health and nutrition start-up investment. We scan the most promising Venture Scanner ventures... from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dB2zXb via IFTTT

In the first instalment of NutraIngredients–Asia's Business Monitor, we keep tabs on the latest developments at the region’s leading nutrition and supplements firms, featuring Blackmores, Swisse Wellness and AusNutria. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2esDAnS via IFTTT

Supplementation with freshwater clam extract could improve wound healing, according to a new study in rats. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e4J2iz via IFTTT

Industry trade group FoodDrinkEurope has launched a new website to highlight industry efforts to promote healthier lifestyles.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dlrDDd via IFTTT

A total of $4.6bn (€4.2bn) was spent on 659,399 tonnes of sustainable seafood last year, according the latest data published by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2epYVgF via IFTTT

A protein that forms a key component of infant nutrition may play a significant role in reducing hospital-acquired infections in neonatal intensive care, according to US researchers.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eNOkQH via IFTTT

The European Commission has asked the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to consider concerns raised by Swedish supplier Probi about the treatment of its rejected probiotic health claim. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ehW1w0 via IFTTT

Two workers have been killed, one person is still missing and eight have been seriously injured in the explosion at a BASF plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany yesterday.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eeHeD2 via IFTTT

Australian researchers have developed a world-first optical sensor that can detect vitamin B12 in diluted human blood – something they believe is a first step towards a low-cost and portable, vitamin B12 deficiency test.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eC0Fs0 via IFTTT

Omega-3 trade body GOED is entering a partnership with the US-China Health Products Association (US-CHPA) to better serve its member companies in the Chinese market. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eeHemw via IFTTT

One worker has been killed and six seriously injured in an explosion at a BASF plant in Ludwigshafen, Germany this morning. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2eniDJL via IFTTT

The emergence of two additional markers that better assess cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk has given researchers a deeper understanding of oat fibre as research continues to uncover the nutritional benefits of this polysaccharide.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2djbpus via IFTTT

Four companies have come together to form the biotech network Sacco System, with probiotic quality one of their core focus areas. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dWWWCa via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has extended its approval of a health claim for vitamin E and protection from oxidative damage for adults to include young children. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2djbrCl via IFTTT

France aims to become a leading world supplier of protein by 2030 with an agreement signed yesterday between government and industry pledging to boost investment into 'intelligent food' from both animal and vegetable protein sources. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e9N6NZ via IFTTT

Tomorrow NutraIngredients hosts a free half day online event for those invested in infant nutrition in Europe, in Asia and beyond. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e134gp via IFTTT

New research suggests reports that a diet heavy in soy protein isolate during early life can protect against serious bone loss during adulthood.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ee9cxd via IFTTT

A new Chinese study has shown omega-3 supplementation improved IQ among older people with mild cognitive impairment. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e0yAeE via IFTTT

High consumption of vitamin and mineral-rich foods throughout early adulthood could help delay the biological process of ageing, according to new data from South Korea. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ee70Wn via IFTTT

Encapsulating omega-3 supplements with sage polyphenols and gum arabic could be a more healthy and economically viable option than techniques currently used, while also opening up the possibility of boosting protein intake, research from India suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dZnmqu 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

Five in six children under the age of two do not get adequate nutrition for physical and cognitive development during this critical period, says a UNICEF report calling for tighter regulation of infant nutrition products. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e7Vr2W via IFTTT

Edible petals offer a promising source of bioactive nutrients, Portuguese researchers have said. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dTF274 via IFTTT

Diet supplementation with nitrates, such as those found in spinach and beetroot could enhance sporting performance, a study has found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e7Yubt via IFTTT

Traffic light nutrition labels can sway consumer decisions towards healthier options, according to scientists in Germany and the US. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dTGLck via IFTTT

Food and beverage start-ups that bring to market on-the-go snacks or beverages with a ‘free-from’ positioning have the best chance of success, whilst dairy concepts face the greatest risk of failure, finds new research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dPjWTP via IFTTT

Encapsulating omega-3 supplements with sage polyphenols and gum arabic could be a more healthy and economically viable option than techniques currently used, while also opening up the possibility of boosting protein intake, research from India suggest. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2emhAP3 via IFTTT

German firm BioAnalyt’s portable nutrient testing kits are making much-needed food and nutrient analysis affordable – especially in places like Africa and Asia – and playing a crucial role in the global fight against micronutrient deficiencies. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dQMXBQ via IFTTT

A new study that applies a statistical analysis to food intake and disease prevalence data from a number of countries has concluded that vitamin K2 deficiency is as big a risk for developing heart disease as is smoking. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e5wbKu via IFTTT

Combining garlic and lemon juice may help slash total and LDL cholesterol levels in people with elevated blood lipids, as well as improve their blood pressure, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dQLFXO via IFTTT

Phytoestrogen risks and benefits are not clear in the scientific literature, a review has found.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e5tM2D via IFTTT

Calcium intake from food supplements may increase the risk of coronary artery calcification (CAC), a ten-year follow-up of over 5,000 adults has found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dQMyj5 via IFTTT

Food and beverage start-ups that bring to market on-the-go snacks or beverages with a ‘free-from’ positioning have the best chance of success, whilst dairy concepts face the greatest risk of failure, finds new research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e5t99n via IFTTT

A recent award given to botanical ingredient supplier Indena validates what the company has been striving to do for a number of years: To do good while doing well. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dm1vGU via IFTTT

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DSM has invested over €27 million in its ‘3C technology’ which concentrates DHA and EPA up to 85% and helps reduce capsule size by up to three times. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dWVKhJ via IFTTT

Rising ingredient prices and a fall in product margins since the UK’s Brexit vote have seen confidence levels plummet, according to a new poll of food and drink manufacturers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2esxfeS via IFTTT

A selection of vitamin D and E studies re-emphasises contribution at a number of pivotal life stages as the findings stress the long-term consequences of vitamin deficiency. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dLhM7r via IFTTT

Belgian manufacturer of plant-based dairy alternatives Alpro has been caught in a Twitter storm after it tweeted that a healthy diet consists of one third animal-based products. Disgruntled vegan followers referenced the company’s recent acquisition by dairy giant Danone as evidence of an ethically compromised company. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2d7NAFR via IFTTT

Another study shows link to poorer cardiovascular health from the pills, but can't prove cause-and-effect Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2d77zVe via IFTTT

Vitamin D, fish oil are in, multivitamins less so, study finds Source: HealthDay from Dietary Supplements New Links: MedlinePlus RSS Feed http://ift.tt/2d79I34 via IFTTT

Ingredient firm Beneo has opened a new office in Delhi to serve customers across Indian and Sri Lanka. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dbH5Ne via IFTTT

Researchers have begun clinical trials to assess if an extract from mangosteen can help treat schizophrenia. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e8rosd via IFTTT

Researchers claim to have identified for the first time the mechanism that regulates fluid intake and stops over-drinking, leading them to challenge the notion that people should drink eight glasses of water a day for good health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dIx1PR via IFTTT

Nimbolide, a bioactive terpenoid compound derived from Azadirachta indica, more commonly known as the neem plant, could reduce the size of prostate tumours by up to 70 per cent and suppress its spread or metastasis by half, say Singapore academics. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dvgfkl via IFTTT

Researchers claim to have identified for the first time the mechanism that regulates fluid intake and stops over-drinking, leading them to challenge the notion that people should drink eight glasses of water a day for good health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dWurWM via IFTTT

There is no difference between food and supplements for boosting calcium levels for bone health in post-menopausal women, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e0oNjy via IFTTT

The krill sector is rapidly diversifying, and supplier Aker BioMarine is joining that trend by emphasizing the solutions aspect of its services to its customers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2daLGPC via IFTTT

Supplements of curcumin with enhanced bioavailability may improve the vascular health in healthy people, says a new study with OmniActive Health Technologies’ CurcuWIN ingredient. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e3SbtQ via IFTTT

Next week NutraIngredients hosts a free half day online event for those invested in infant nutrition in Europe, in Asia and beyond. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2daIaox via IFTTT

Croatian supplier of probiotic chocolates Milsing has added a prenatal product to its range of supplements, a move which follows investment from several big players in pregnancy probiotics. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e3TAAy via IFTTT

A dedicated supplement and health food price comparison site is seeking to give UK consumers clarity in a busy, specialist market place. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2daGX0z via IFTTT

World Obesity Day aims to increase knowledge and understanding of the challenge of obesity, and share national experiences of campaigning that works. We bring you best of the conversation from social media. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e3SDbJ via IFTTT

China will have 48.5m overweight children by 2025, the largest number in the world, after witnessing the eighth largest global increase in percentage terms over the period 2000-2013. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dUbDYx via IFTTT

After years on the market, aloe as an ingredient is still poorly understood by most regulators around the world, attendees at a recent ingredient-specific session were told. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2elFPw0 via IFTTT

According to one supplier, the common way to measure protein quality unfairly disparages collagen, a protein source that is ubiquitous both in the market and in the bodies of mammals. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dQuC46 via IFTTT

The European sports nutrition industry wants exemption from vitamin and mineral minimum levels required for some foods to claim healthy status – it says the levels are too high for many sports food consumption occasions. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dGwSei via IFTTT

Synbiotics can lead to significant clinical improvement in slow transit constipation, a Chinese trial has shown.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2d3c8je via IFTTT

A carotenoid-rich tomato extract (CRTE) has been found to inhibit a key process that leads to the thickening of the artery wall, which is typical of heart disease. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dr6bZv via IFTTT

Pills and capsules are old hat, says a young French firm banking on a botanical range of oral nutrition sprays. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e0DE1X via IFTTT

More than 400 foods have been approved under Japan’s 2015 Foods with Function Claims (FFC) regulation, with the market already estimated to be worth US$70bn. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2d7G4WJ via IFTTT

OMNi-BiOTiC HETOX, an eight-strain probiotic formulation from Institut Allergosan, is the first product to present a therapeutic alternative to organ transplants for sufferers of liver disease. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dymoz6 via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) is calling for stakeholder feedback on its dietary reference values for thiamin (vitamin B1), which hold true to guidance given back in the 1990s. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2d087qZ via IFTTT

Global food giant Unilever is to relocate its R&D centres for food, home and personal care to Wageningen University in the Netherlands, creating what it calls "a global food innovation centre". from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dZwyuu via IFTTT

Linking the nutritional makeup of dairy products to an increase in cardiovascular risk is ‘unwarranted’ as research uncovers no meaningful association.      from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dBhYqq via IFTTT

New research characterising kefir has detected genes that could be responsible for health benefits of the fermented dairy beverage popular in eastern Europe and the Middle East. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dZvAy4 via IFTTT

Malta has warned against using a MusclePharm workout supplement endorsed by Arnold Schwarzenegger following an investigation into its agmatine sulphate content concerning a total of 30 countries. The case is the latest to deal with the novel nitric oxide enhancer which is big in the US but unauthorised in the EU.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dFkKds via IFTTT

Science continues to build supporting Stratum Nutrition and Blis Technologies’ BLIS K12 probiotic strain and its oral hygiene benefits. This latest study focuses on children with bad breath. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2e9XUNp via IFTTT

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will look at the safety of green tea catechins in a report that could confirm or clear up long-standing concerns over liver damage.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dQ1eyr via IFTTT

Daily consumption of drinks containing caffeine could help in the fight against dementia, a new study has claimed. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2cXC7DB via IFTTT

Vitamin giant BASF is expanding its vitamin A production capacity by 1,500 metric tons to meet growing global demand for the micronutrient. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2dPZ1Tv via IFTTT