Health & Wellness
Americas: Over eating red meat may not harm the heart, say researcher
Consuming red meat in amounts above what is typically recommended does not affect short-term cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as blood pressure and blood...
Americas: School meals have more fiber, less salt, finds CDC report
Most schools in the US are implementing healthy practices to help meet federal school meal standards by offering whole grains, more fruits and vegetables,...
Americas: Omega-3 intake lowers CHD risk
EPA and DHA omega-3s reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), according to results of a meta-analysis published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings...
Americas: Corbion buys algae-derived maker
Corbion has entered into a 'stalking horse' stock and asset purchase agreement with TerraVia Holdings, a food and specialty ingredients company with ingredients and...
Europe: Symrise is optimistic of 2016
In the nine-month period, Symrise increased sales by 16 % (in local currency) to €2,192.3 million (US$2,424.59 million, 2015: €1,977.0 million).
Earnings before interest, taxes,...
Asia Pacific: China to hold health food show HNC 2017
The trade show for nutraceutical, health food and dietary supplement business, Healthplex Expo, Natural & Nutraceutical Products China (HNC) will be held in Shanghai,...
Europe: Spain’s older consumers favor indulgent, luxurious confectionery
Manufacturers need to switch to premium products, as mature consumers are increasingly health-conscious and save confectionery for the occasional treat, according a Canadean report.
When...
Europe: DSM expands into gut health market
DSM expands its offering in gut health ingredients with probiotics with the acquisition of BioCare Copenhagen.
The attractive market segment in nutritional ingredients is growing...
Americas: More are snacking on yogurt, report
Over half of all US consumers now buy yogurt as part of their typical grocery basket, according to a new report from Innova Market...
Europe: DSM, Kemin study confirms efficacy of eye-healthy ingredients
The regular intake of lutein and zeaxanthin can be beneficial for improving vision in young, healthy people, according to a study sponsored by DSM...