Supplements
Americas: NattoPharma gets patent approval for vitamin K2
NattoPharma ASA has been awarded a patent that claims that MK-7 inhibits or reduces the incidence of age-related hardening of the arteries in individuals...
Americas: Health Canada approves claims for natural extracts
Health Canada has issued approvals to Monteloeder for the use of eight health claims relating to two of its botanical ingredients.
The authority has passed...
Europe: Probi distributes probiotics ingredient in region
Probi has signed several new agreements with local players in Europe, both within functional food and consumer healthcare segments.
Probi’s new iron absorption product...
Europe: Vitamin K2 study validates inflammation benefits
A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food has tested and confirmed the role of vitamin K2 as MK-7 (menaquinone-7; MenaQ7 provided by...
Europe: Lonza research finds promise for L-carnitine among Millennials
Increasing the awareness of L-Carnitine’s benefits among sporty Millennials represents a significant untapped business opportunity for dietary supplement manufacturers, according to an online survey...
Europe: Fish oil could save €13B a year in EU healthcare costs, finds study
More widespread regular consumption of Omega 3 supplements could save healthcare systems and providers in the EU a total of €12.9 billion (US$14.72 billion)...
Americas: Caffeine, multivitamin intake affect pregnancies, find researchers
A woman is more likely to miscarry if she and her partner drink more than two caffeinated beverages a day during the weeks leading...
Americas: Neptune Technologies buys omega-3s provider for US$11M
Neptune Technologies has bought Biodroga Inc. for CAD$15 million (US$10.97 million) in a combination of cash and stock from Bioressources Inc.
Biodroga is a solution...
Americas: Study finds zinc supplement boosts immunity in the elderly
The immune system weakens as the body ages, making older adults more susceptible to infections. Low levels of zinc impair immunity, particularly in older...
Americas: High folic acid intake in aged mice causes a lowered immune response
Previous studies have shown an association between high folic acid intake and a reduction in the immune system defenses needed to fight viral infections...