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Public officials and researchers will debate today at the European Parliament in Brussels, following a damning report on the damage and cost of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in Europe, of which poor diet remains the main culprit.   from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ll8K2t via IFTTT

Consumers still assume ready meals are low in nutrition, but wider use of slow cooking techniques such as sous vide can produce foods that's more nutritious than home-cooked equivalents. Can prepared foods become more widely accepted?  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mpLqpc via IFTTT

Intestinal bacteria transferred at birth affect lung development, bacterial resistance and susceptibility to inflammatory conditions in newborns, according to a new mouse study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2llltlG via IFTTT

Ciceritol extracted from chickpeas has prebiotic potential with a new study showing it can boost the microflora of the colon and promote the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFA). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mpVyhy via IFTTT

Daily consumption of oligofructose-enriched inulin may help to increase feelings of fullness and lead to lower energy intake in overweight and obese children, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ltm9Gn via IFTTT

The mushroom fibre chitin-glucan has potential as a prebiotic that alters activity in the microbiota and cuts LDL cholesterol, says patent owner KitoZyme as it looks to fund further clinical work and product development. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mxa8AH via IFTTT

Inhaled treatments that use the natural phenol resveratrol appear to slow age-related degenerative changes in the lung, suggesting that this delivery method does not impose on compound efficacy. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lYRpQK via IFTTT

Growing public interest in fermented foods in Spain and France is not being seized upon by European food companies and retailers because they are too “risk averse and conservative”, according to the author of a new report into the trend. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mwPS22 via IFTTT

Two fractions of polysaccharides extracted from white mulberry ( Morus alba  L) have been found to relieve symptoms of diabetes in a study on rats. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lYWAAc via IFTTT

Eating 10 portions (800 g) of fruit and vegetables a day can greatly reduce the risk of cancer, stroke and heart disease and could prevent 7.8 million premature deaths worldwide, according to researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mwUoOm via IFTTT

Saponins extracted from lychee seeds helped improve cognitive function and prevented neuronal injury in rats induced with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), a new study reports. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ml8V2P via IFTTT

Saponins extracted from lychee seeds helped improve cognitive function and prevented neuronal injury in rats induced with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), a new study reports. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mB24hE via IFTTT

Incorporating prebiotic oligofructose in the diet as supplements or functional foods may help lower levels of some markers of obesity-associated inflammation, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lEtV11 via IFTTT

A combination of three probiotic strains may improve quality of life for people suffering from seasonal allergies, says data from a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l8vC5c via IFTTT

We've seen hundreds of rejections in the past 10 years. But industry remains bullish that an EFSA-approved health claim is not only possible ... but getting very close.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lObut5 via IFTTT

Adding vitamin B supplementation alongside conventional treatment can help treat cases of complicated vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), according to two studies. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l8LYLd via IFTTT

A new study looking at dairy consumption and its relationship with metabolic health has delivered some promising results for the dairy industry. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lOksqn via IFTTT

New research suggests there could be something to the old adage an apple a day helps keep the doctor away – at least with regards to chronic lung disease in men who previously or currently smoke.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l8DgMR via IFTTT

Soy could provide protection against heart disease, says a US-Japanese collaboration that links the food and associated metabolites with gut bacteria activity and heart risk factors. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mjyCxo via IFTTT

The benefits of adding vitamin D to food and drink outweigh the challenges of fortification, according to a leading clinical professor and nutrition experts. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lyxJTr via IFTTT

Herbalife has reached an agreement in principle to form a joint venture with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) products and services firm Tasly Holding Group. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lLXArh via IFTTT

Fitting ingredients that come out of traditional medical systems into the modern marketplace can be a fraught exercise, experts say. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2miYEkm via IFTTT

Europeans are consuming dozens of pesticides on a daily basis, say the Pesticide Action Network (PAN), which today marked 12 years of "inaction and failure" in the EU’s attempts to reduce pesticide levels in food. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kSTMoR via IFTTT

Industry, trade associations, legislators and law enforcement all need to play a bigger role in cleaning up the botanical and herbal supplements industry – and it needs to start now, with joined up thinking, more inclusive certifications and harsher penalties. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2mjfX4M via IFTTT

Social media-influenced superfood demand is driving botanicals sales in retailers, as independent health food shops fight to differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace, says UK NAHFS chair. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kSRzd1 via IFTTT

Belgium releases its third update to BELFRIT (Belgium, France, Italy) list of approved botanicals, as a list of more than 2, 000 health claims are still waiting to be approved by the European Commission. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2miTi8C via IFTTT

Savvy product differentiation and strong consumer demand are driving growth in specialist tea sales, but botanical drinks such as tree waters have yet to find favour, according to retailers and analysts. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kSOlGN via IFTTT

As consumers increasingly switch to ingredients that are plant-based and more sustainable, manufacturers are responding in kind to botanicals as a more ‘natural’ and bioavailable source of nutrition. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lJq7xK via IFTTT

Medical products looking to transition to the food supplements space could benefit from exemptions to health claims regulations until 2022, after a court ruling allowed current rules to be extended. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kPUOSO via IFTTT

There has been a revolution in technology. But what do we now know about probiotics that we didn’t know five years ago? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l347K8 via IFTTT

Shanghai-based nutraceutical and functional foods supplier Acerchem International is to establish a European R&D and manufacturing centre in Swansea, South Wales. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kPQ53t via IFTTT

Anthocyanin-rich berries from Vaccinium glaucoalbum , a perennial evergreen shrub found in the Tibetan Himalayas, have great potential for functional food and nutraceutical products, according to researchers in China. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l303d6 via IFTTT

Nutraceuticals have the ability to boost the effectiveness of traditional anti-depressive medications, according a new review. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kQ3bh1 via IFTTT

The gravity of questions about mercury in fish seems to depend on the particular expert’s point of view, with neurologists high on the concern curve. But those concerns could bolster the uptake of omega-3 supplements, one expert says. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2la6dc5 via IFTTT

Cases of selenium deficiency could be on the increase after Swiss scientists attributed climate change for a decrease of the trace element in soil. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l0XJD4 via IFTTT

A combination of l-arginine with folic acid, vitamins B6 and B12 may improve vascular function and help reduce blood pressure, says a new study from Germany. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kNwPDH via IFTTT

Another month, another insect start-up? Maybe, but Danish firm Insekt KBH's apple, ginger and cricket juice is different: it's sustainable not only thanks to its ingredients but because it's produced in Copenhagen's self-sustaining urban food loop. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l0TJTc via IFTTT

Fortification or supplementation programmes to increase levels of calcium and vitamin D could prevent almost 200,000 fractures per year in Europe – saving €3.96 billion in avoidable healthcare costs. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kNuqZt via IFTTT

Glanbia reported better than expected growth in 2016 with performance nutrition driving revenue and profits, said the firm as it announced the part sell-off of its Irish dairy business.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l0XRm4 via IFTTT

The number of food insecure people in Yemen has grown by 3m in seven months, with an estimated 17.1m people now struggling to feed themselves, according to a joint assessment by three UN agencies. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kNuZCS via IFTTT

The ability of prebiotics to reduce exercise-induced asthma – a common ailment among elite and amateur athletes – is exciting the research and sporting worlds alike as a powerful drug alternative or adjunct. An ad hoc trial has already been undertaken by British Olympians. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l0Sa7W via IFTTT

People in Asia-Pacific with ‘hedonistic values’ are more likely to place their trust in food industry sources of nutrition information and make greater use of fast food and convenience outlets. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kNov6F via IFTTT

The US investment community has only a limited interest in investing in or acquiring dietary supplement brands, but interest in the sector from Chinese investors is expected to continue, says Nutrition Capital Network. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l0VG1X via IFTTT

The emergence of probiotics in oral health has led to an acceleration of research into these friendly bacteria as a potential functional ingredient in gum and mints.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYFvCr via IFTTT

Identifying specific forms of vitamin D has enabled scientists to suggest that increased levels of active vitamin D can help to optimise muscle strength. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ln6KtJ via IFTTT

Sheep milk has significant but neglected potential for use in functional foods, according to a new review, which highlights its suitability for use in probiotic and prebiotic applications. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYOy69 via IFTTT

Fish oil supplementation may have no benefit in preventing the failure of fistulas in dialysis patients, with a failure rate similar to placebo, a new RCT suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lmYqdy via IFTTT

Experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) have criticised the UK's Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health for its decision to continue accepting funding from breast milk substitute (BMS) manufacturers and setting an  “unfortunate precedent for other national paediatric associations”. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYEx8Z via IFTTT

The addition of vitamin B3 to the drinking water of mice that are genetically predisposed to glaucoma led to the prevention of the disease in 93% of cases, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ln6JWH via IFTTT

The interest in stool transplants or faecal microbial transplants has gathered momentum in recent years giving rise to the concept of faecal biobanks. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYqnoI via IFTTT

Young, healthy men are more likely to actively avoid, rather than be attracted to, products with prominent health claims such as reduced-fat or high-fibre, according to new research in Spain. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lmTK7w via IFTTT

Australia is to establish a legal medical cannabis trade in as little as eight weeks under plans announced by federal health minister Greg Hunt. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m6RbI6 via IFTTT

Milk fortified with phytosterols not only helped lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in rats with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), but also decreased fatty liver build-up, a study found. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lEjjkX via IFTTT

Sheep milk has significant but neglected potential for use in functional foods, according to a new review, which highlights its suitability for use in probiotic and prebiotic applications. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l5KMsR via IFTTT

The emergence of probiotics in oral health has led to an acceleration of research into these friendly bacteria as a potential functional ingredient in gum and mints.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m3q8xg via IFTTT

Identifying specific forms of vitamin D has enabled scientists to suggest that increased levels of active vitamin D can help to optimise muscle strength. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l2Vhgc via IFTTT

Spanish firm Reig Jofre’s nutritional supplements line Forte Pharma is looking towards South East Asia for expansion, after establishing a firm foothold in Hong Kong and Macau.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kTyRx5 via IFTTT

Omega-3 supplementation helped lessen chemotherapy-induced mucosal toxicities such as stomatitis and diarrhoea, and provided liver protection for oesophageal cancer patients, revealed a Japanese study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lGg8tr via IFTTT

Acacia gum is 100% natural, non-GMO, organic, gluten-free and applicable in almost every area of the food industry. Why does it have a chequered past, and how can it obtain the clean-label credentials it wants? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kTkxok via IFTTT

The early 2000s were a time of health claims success and growing consumer awareness around the benefits of omega-3s, but concerns over quality in the sector spurred stakeholders to work together to create quality standards for the industry. The result was the “ precedent setting”  GOED Voluntary Monograph. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lemfEk via IFTTT

Fish oil supplementation may have no benefit in preventing the failure of fistulas in dialysis patients, with a failure rate similar to placebo, a new RCT suggests. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kZWyoh via IFTTT

Consuming carb-heavy bars or gels either during or immediately after intense exercise helps cut immune disturbances and can aid the body’s recovery, but there is insufficient evidence to support the use of ‘immunity boosting’ supplements such as antioxidants, researchers in Australia claim.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m3Q6xu via IFTTT

Experts from the World Health Organisation (WHO) have criticised the UK's Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health for its decision to continue accepting funding from breast milk substitute (BMS) manufacturers and setting an  “unfortunate precedent for other national paediatric associations”. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m0hMXf via IFTTT

Zinc in tablet form is not only effective in treating acute diarrhoea in young children, but it is also a more practical delivery method compared to zinc in suspension, a new study concludes. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m3zt5e via IFTTT

Crickets could become a functional protein ingredient to rival casein and whey in nutritional beverages and sports drinks, researchers suggest. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m0lUH3 via IFTTT

Nutrition labels do not seem to be adapted to battling public health issues such as obesity, the French food safety agency ANSES has concluded – but this is because they should not be used alone, say campaigners. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m3FwGI via IFTTT

The bone broth category (shelf-stable and refrigerated) is pretty small in the scheme of things, but it’s growing rapidly, with US retail sales more than tripling to $19.7m in the 52 weeks to Jan 22,* fueled by a small but highly engaged set of health conscious consumers, Paleo enthusiasts and Whole30 fans, says one fast-growing player. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m0gEDh via IFTTT

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The addition of vitamin B3 to the drinking water of mice that are genetically predisposed to glaucoma led to the prevention of the disease in 93% of cases, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m3QoDH via IFTTT

Young, healthy men are more likely to actively avoid, rather than be attracted to, products with prominent health claims such as reduced-fat or high-fibre, according to new research in Spain. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kGcWtj via IFTTT

Asian consumers are far more likely to be interested in healthy eating than those in the West, according to a new survey of attitudes to diet and nutrition. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lpFXxU via IFTTT

Soluble fibers can have significant effects on post prandial blood glucose spikes, but they have their effects in the gut rather than in the blood stream itself as polyphenolic ingredients might do. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2m1QoUQ via IFTTT

Students from Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) will be able to benefit from DSM’s facilities in a bid to boost the skills of the next generation of food and nutrition technologists. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lpFGej via IFTTT

The interest in stool transplants or faecal microbial transplants has gathered momentum in recent years giving rise to the concept of faecal biobanks. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l08JnJ via IFTTT

The use of probiotics on very low birth weight (VLBW) infants is associated with a reduced risk of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), late-onset sepsis, and mortality, but the effects on extremely low birth weight (ELBW) babies is inconclusive. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kQxRdZ via IFTTT

Confectionery giant Mars plans to launch its CocoaVia line of cocoa flavanol-based food supplements in the UK and Ireland later this month. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lnf3GC via IFTTT

The advent of synthetic biology, to essentially enhance microorganism capability is the radical approach being proposed to address micronutrient deficiencies and ‘engineer’ health. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kN0KYy via IFTTT

Vitamin D supplements could help prevent acute respiratory tract infections, including colds and flu, according to a study in  The BMJ.  But a linked editorial penned by academics from New Zealand and Scotland argues the results are  “not sufficiently applicable to the general population.” from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ll0xzd via IFTTT

Vitamin D supplements can help prevent acute respiratory tract infections, according to a study in  The BMJ , but a linked editorial penned by academics from New Zealand and Scotland agues the results are “heterogeneous and not sufficiently applicable to the general population.” from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kVpErs via IFTTT

No errors, no mood swings, no sick leave, and she can process three sets of microbiological testing in 14 minutes. Meet Ms Ugene, Singapore’s first two-armed robot microbiologist helping Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), food and nutrition firms ensure the quality of their products. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lm1fM8 via IFTTT

A branding makeover is the next step in Evolva’s multi-year development project for its fermented form of resveratrol. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ljD2GV via IFTTT

FDA’s draft guidance on dietary fiber should be significantly amended or tossed out altogether, according to industry trade groups. But at least one company that has been affected by the process believes it adds value to the marketplace. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l9I2Lx via IFTTT

One of the world’s biggest makers of nutritional ingredients, Royal DSM, saw pre-tax profits increase by 17% last year, with a strong performance from its nutrition division. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kzfKIJ via IFTTT

A 34% rise in net profits for French dairy and nutrition giant Danone was backed up by the announcement of a €1 billion efficiency program as the firm continues its transition over the next four years. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kT6Clv via IFTTT

Gut microbiome analysis firm DayTwo will collaborate with Johnson & Johnson on personalised clinical nutrition for diabetes, and plans to open up its nutrition recommendation platform to new partners. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kxNrdv via IFTTT

A maternal diet that puts her growing baby under stress could result in weaker muscles and set her child up for greater risk of long-term health issues, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ljKDEK via IFTTT

A proprietary extract from the bark of  Terminalia arjuna  may boost cardiovascular efficiency and improve athletic performance in young healthy male adults, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kwOH0D via IFTTT

A high protein intake from any protein dense food regardless of its source - plant or animal - can improve muscle health, according to US researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kpm4az via IFTTT

Whole grains appear to wield small improvements to the gut microbiota and immune response, says a study outlining the benefits of adopting a diet that is also rich in fibre, minerals and antioxidants. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lOhhfO via IFTTT

Dietary supplementation appears to be common among Chinese mothers during preganancy, but intake of folic acid is well below the recommended national and global guidelines, while the overall supplement intake level after giving birth is relatively low. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lOIBth via IFTTT

New meta-analysis suggests that vitamin D deficiency is a risk factor for TB, not something that is caused by the condition, while the role played by ethnicity in this relationship merits further investigation. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kvYYKx via IFTTT

Norwegian krill player Aker BioMarine has commissioned a new environmentally-friendly krill fishing vessel, at a cost of around €112.6 million (NOK 1 billion). from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kPdCzY via IFTTT

Uptake of the flavonoid quercetin is generally blocked by intestinal compounds throughout the digestive system, finds a new bioavailability study which suggests oils can offer protection to the nutrient – but warns against it. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lLNkwX via IFTTT

A combination of strawberry and cranberry polyphenols may improve insulin sensitivity in overweight and non-diabetic, insulin-resistant adults, according to a new study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lKBu56 via IFTTT

Soy milk fortified with combination of plant sterols can alleviate lipid peroxidation and inflammation, a Singapore clinical trial has concluded. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lFm7iv via IFTTT

The University of Queensland (UQ) in Australia is opening a $1m new Food Science Innovation Precinct to drive new products and research in probiotics, omega-3, functional foods and dairy. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lFaet3 via IFTTT

Probiotic soy milk improves several indexes of kidney function in type 2 diabetic patients with nephropathy – a major complication of diabetes and the foremost cause of end-stage renal failure. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2laiOPO via IFTTT

Japan-based food and functional ingredients player Taiyo has relocated its European ingredients storage facility to outside Hamburg in Germany to provide the industry with a smoother supply and better product safety. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l28x5Q via IFTTT

Intestinal bacteria can accelerate the development of Alzheimer's disease, say researchers who suggest their findings could open new opportunities for preventing and even reversing the disease through the gut. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kNavIF via IFTTT

Ingredients distributor Univar has inked a deal to bring TerraVia’s AlgaVia brand of whole algae ingredients to Europe. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l2b4Ng via IFTTT

Brazilian peppertree berries contain a flavonoid-rich extract that may disarm antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to US scientists. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kN7JTI via IFTTT

A debate is brewing over what exactly constitutes a prebiotic, and whether the established definition needs to be updated. NutraIngredients spoke with leading researcher Professor Bob Rastall to find out more. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l294EV via IFTTT

Having quickly established its credentials in the sports nutrition space, positive results in recent clinical trials are creating new opportunities for Nutrition 21’s Nitrosigine in the cognitive health sector. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kj33pY via IFTTT

Vitamin Angels will host corporate supporters from the natural products industry at its annual reception in March, as the charity announced it reached more children and mothers than ever before. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kBYrYd via IFTTT

Curcumin can help suppress the activation of dendritic cells (DCs), which play a pivotal role in the progression of inflammatory bowel disease, research from China has discovered. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l6GJj7 via IFTTT

Increased levels of vitamin D are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kSbC89 via IFTTT

The type of carbohydrate we eat may affect depression, say scientists who have identified high-GI foods as a risk factor.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kCkU9P via IFTTT

Omega-3 fatty acids could reduce the production of antibodies that cause allergic reactions and asthma symptoms. But the possible benefits are reduced by asthma medication, say researchers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kS6wZI via IFTTT

Fruit and vegetable concentrate supplementation to older obese adults can help reduce cholesterol levels and markers of systemic inflammation, especially for those with high inflammation level. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kCibx8 via IFTTT

Reckitt Benckiser Group plc (RB) has signed a merger agreement with Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (Mead Johnson) under which Mead Johnson shareholders will receive $90 in cash for each share of common stock, valuing the total equity at $16.6bn. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kSakdo via IFTTT

The potential health benefits of resistant starch (RS) could lead it to being classified as a prebiotic under the EU’s health claim process, according to a review. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2l19EVp via IFTTT

Vitamin D deficiency may be associated with lower levels of HDL-cholesterol and higher ratio of total cholesterol to HDL, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lwrlsI via IFTTT

Tweaks to a diet’s nutritional make-up may provide an effective strategy for depression, says a study detailing extended benefits towards the management of associated disorders.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYqROW via IFTTT

UK-based speciality ingredients producer Tate & Lyle has raised expectations for the full financial year after a strong European performance in Q3, the firm said. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ltqERb via IFTTT

The Dutch Food Safety Authority (NVWA) has again warned consumers against using some brands of slimming products that have been found to contain potentially unsafe ingredients. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYtd0u via IFTTT

While milk has been known as an ‘excellent source of proteins, calcium and vitamin D’ and therefore ‘good for your muscles and bones’ for many years, other attributes of milk for health enhancing activity have not been given the same focus. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ltBh6l via IFTTT

A functional food pilot in South African schools, using an innovative dual pouch system which allows students to mix water and food powder, has boosted attendance according to its organisers. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYqjJ4 via IFTTT

Arla Foods Ingredients has unveiled a new generation of whey hydrolysates for the mainstream sports nutrition market. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ltzOwG via IFTTT

Low-dose, short-term creatine supplementation “beneficially affected muscle power output,” even without the usually recommended loading phase, according to findings from a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kYqjsy via IFTTT

It’s fitting that a relatively new institution—Maastricht University—is helping to drive research into the evolving benefits of a ‘new’ vitamin, Vitamin K2. That research will be buoyed by a multi-center EU grant announced today. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kVIIX6 via IFTTT

Sticking to foods that typically make up the Mediterranean diet may prove to be an effective approach in managing ADHD, a Spanish team has deduced.  from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kTGTtD via IFTTT

Norweigan nutritional supplier NattoPharma has been awarded a sought-after EU Horizon 2020 research grant, which will fund vitamin K2 research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kOToa3 via IFTTT

NZMP, Fonterra’s dairy ingredients business, has introduced a protein ingredient it says delivers at least 10% more protein than standard whey protein products. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2k3RGxr via IFTTT

Unreliable access to affordable, nutritious food has a significant bearing on a child's behaviour, academic performance and emotional well-being, a review has determined. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lqE4hl via IFTTT

EU health claim specialists say EFSA guidance issued last week clarifies application procedures but changes nothing of the infamous pharma-style scientific requirements that have denied 1000s of claims across the EU bloc of 28 nations. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kqwGnO via IFTTT

Cannabidiol (CBD) can exert a potentially neuroprotective effect against brain ischemia/reperfusion injury, with a new study from China documenting how it does so  “for the first time” . from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kGIhxu via IFTTT

CoQ10 supplementation may partly improve chronic inflammation in people with metabolic disorders, but further studies with larger sample sizes and well-defined trials are needed, according to new meta-analysis. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kqsogi via IFTTT

Both regulators, and the industry itself, should be doing more to test and improve quality control of herbal supplements, says a report highlighting the issue of ‘hidden’ drugs in certain supplements. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2jZDfiI via IFTTT

Milk containing only A2 protein is as effective as regular milk at improving post-exercise recovery according to researchers, who suggest A2 milk could be used to prevent GI issues in some athletes. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2lkQPct via IFTTT

Most people choose unhealthy snacks that are high in salt, fat and sugar regardless of whether they have watched adverts for healthy or unhealthy food, with only dieters choosing the healthy snack, according to research. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kEqGGF via IFTTT

A new organisation aimed at reducing food waste has kicked off in the Netherlands, but how will it succeed where a plethora of other initiatives have failed? from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kodNSn via IFTTT

Supplements formulated with Sabinsa’s Curcumin C3 Complex and BioPerine may reducing oxidative stress in patients suffering from type 2 diabetes, according to results of a randomized controlled trial. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2ljXuDX via IFTTT

Daily consumption of a fermented milk product with  Lactobacillus casei  strain Shirota may reduce the risk of upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) in healthy middle-aged office workers, says a new study. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2kOsgaQ via IFTTT

Omega-3 supplementation may only have a minor effect on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), say researchers who add that the gut microbiota and the use of probiotics may have long-term promise. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2jYAxK7 via IFTTT

A study on a standardized olive fruit extract shows promise for consumers at risk of arterial stiffness, as measured by a reduction in triglycerides.  The extract showed less effect when measured with a vascular index. from NutraIngredients RSS http://ift.tt/2khNoDl via IFTTT