Ross Engineering Offers Large-Scale Carbon Filter Tanks
The large-scale elliptical head pressure vessels are now available as custom fabrication projects from Ross.
Chr. Hansen, Caelus Health Collaborate on Probiotic for Metabolic Disease
Chr. Hansen intends to develop an advanced formulation of Caelus Health's CP-001 probiotic strain for upcoming phase II clinical studies.
Wellmune Protects Children Against Infectious Illness, Study Says
A new study of 156 children found that beta-glucan ingredient Wellmune may reduce the frequency and duration of infectious illnesses.
What Has FDA Done to Stop Industry Lawbreakers in the Last Year?
Acting FDA Commissioner Stephen Ostroff, MD, shares FDA’s accomplishments from the last year in protecting supplement consumers, as well as challenges that remain.
Drinking Yogurts Find New Footing?
Drinking yogurts and fermented beverages are moving forward with new formats and target markets, says Innova Market Insights.
Arthrem May Alleviate Osteoarthritis Symptoms
A new study suggests the joint support supplement from Promisia may relieve pain and stiffness in people suffering from osteoarthritis.
NSF Authorized to Verify Vermont GMO Claims
The Vermont attorney general has authorized NSF International to verify GMO product claims under its new food-labeling law.
CRN Requires Members Submit Product Labels to ODS Database
“This marks the start of a new era for our industry,” says CRN President and CEO Steve Mister.
Mankai Vegetable Protein Offers Water Savings, Year-Round Production, says Firm
Hinoman says its proprietary cultivation process allows for eco-friendly and continuous production of the high-protein duckweed strain.
Campbell Soup Now Supports GMO Labeling
The Organic Consumers Association calls the announcement “a significant win on the GMO labeling front for consumers.”
Beneo’s Chicory Inulin Receives EU Digestive Health Claim
EU products containing Beneo’s chicory root fiber inulin can now carry a proprietary digestive health claim, as well as general health-related well-being claims.
First Astaxanthin Ingredient Granted Non-GMO Status by NSF
AstaReal L10 astaxanthin is now certified under the Non-GMO Project Verified program by NSF International.
“Glycation Defense” Product GlyDe D Targets Blood Sugar Control
The new ingredient combination from Mineral BioSciences combines its Totala ionic mineral complex with vitamin D3.
FDA Extends Deadline to Submit Comments on Use of the Term “Natural”
In response to public requests, FDA announced it has extended the comment period by an additional 90 days.
Collactive Collagen Ingredient Arrives on U.S. Beauty Market
PLT Health Solutions says Collactive is “water-soluble and fully digestible, making it an ideal anti-aging ingredient for a wide variety of beauty-from-within formulations.”
Pycnogenol Improves Mental Performance in Older Adults?
A new study suggests the patented French pine bark extract may improve cognitive function, attention, and mental performance in healthy adults aged 55-70.
Pasta May Be Effective Delivery System for Probiotic Ganeden BC30
Researchers found that patented probiotic Ganeden BC30 was able to survive the manufacturing and preparation of pasta without affecting the characteristics of the pasta.
New Protein and Calcium Solution Targets Growing Market for Convenience Foods
Arla Foods Ingredients says its new Health to-Go solution is meant to “offer hungry urbanites a convenient fix.”
Wellmune Enters Chinese Dairy Market
Biothera’s Wellmune ingredient is now featured in two new ready-to-drink milk beverages from New Hope Dairy in China.
Welch’s Concord Grape Juice May Improve Cognitive Performance
A new study suggests drinking Concord grape juice may improve cognitive performance in working mothers.
Farro Is Driving the Ancient Grain Trend
Farro, the ancient grain of the Roman legions, is reaching new heights today.
Prop 65 Listing May Not Apply to Existing U.S. Aloe Products
Aloe products currently on the U.S. market may not have to carry a warning label under Proposition 65, but consumers could still be confused, says IASC.
IngredientsOnline.com Announces Free E-Commerce Bidding Service
The site says its bidding service will allow U.S. companies to easily connect with overseas raw material suppliers without having to rely on a middleman.
U.S. Omega-3 Market Remains Largest in World, but Shrinking
The U.S. and European omega-3 markets decreased in value between 2013 and 2014, while the Asia-Pacific and South American markets grew.
Fucoidan May Defend Against Peptic Ulcers, Stomach Cancer
A new study suggests fucoidan may be effective at dislodging bacteria that causes chronic stomach inflammation, peptic ulcer diseases, and gastric cancers.
New Enzyme Cartridge for Enteral Tube Feeding May Improve Fatty Acid Absorption
Relizorb, a “first-of-its kind digestive enzyme cartridge designed to mimic the normal pancreatic function,” recently received FDA approval.
Tree Nuts May Lower Cardiovascular Health Risk, Especially In Diabetic Populations
A new meta-analysis suggests consuming tree nuts may lower total cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and apolipoprotein B (ApoB), especially in populations with type-2 diabetes.
KSM-66 Ashwagandha Improves Muscle Strength, Size, and Recovery, Study Suggests
“This is the first research paper that we know of that studies ashwagandha as an adjuvant to resistance training programs,” said researchers.
Food Industry Insiders Predict Proteins Most Likely to Grow in Usage
Pea, pulse, algae, and hemp proteins were identified as some of the proteins most likely to have increased usage in a new survey of technical staffers in the food industry.
GMO-Free Labeling on the Rise, Especially in U.S.
The U.S. food and beverage market accounted for 43% of global launches using GMO-free claims in the 12 months before July 2015, according to Innova Market Insights.