May 6th 2024
Probiotic supplementation was associated with the reduction of conjugated bile acids, cholesterol levels, and the oxidation of LDL cholesterol.
Bright Outlook for European Functional Foods Sector and Heart Health Market
January 13th 2009The European functional foods market earned $545 million in 2008 and is estimated to earn up to $2 billion in 2014, according to analysis from Frost & Sullivan (Palo Alto, CA), the company reported on January 13.
DSM Blood Pressure Management Product Wins at HIE
January 5th 2009TensGuard, an odorless, water soluble blood pressure management ingredient from DSM Nutritional Products (Parsippany, NJ), was recently awarded first prize at this year’s Health Ingredients Europe exhibition by a judging panel of retailers, manufacturers, scientists, and industry leaders.
FDA Definition of Whole Grains Limits Support for Heart Disease Claims
November 25th 2008A new study by the Life Science Research Office announced on November 24, found that “The FDA definition for whole grains as a selection criterion to evaluate the scientific literature is limiting because most of the studies use a broader concept of whole grains.”
Jump-Start Your Soy Supplement Brand Sales
July 22nd 2008While the soy foods market continues to grow, the soy supplement market hasn't experienced the same success. In fact, according to Nutrition Business Journal, soy supplement sales declined for the past three years (2004–2006) from their reported high of $106 million in 2003. In contrast, Packaged Facts (Rockville, MD) estimates the soy food and beverage market at $2.1 billion in 2007, up 7% from the prior year. This same report forecasts continued growth through 2012, estimating the market at $3 billion.