Italy bans health claims on turmeric
El Ministerio de Sanidad italiano ha prohibido todas las declaraciones de propiedades saludables relacionadas con los complementos alimenticios a base de cúrcuma y ha emitido una advertencia que debe figurar…
biomega® appoints new financial accountant Allan Andersen for Hirtshals Denmark biorefinery
Pioneers in biotechnology manufacturing, biomega®, has announced several new appointments for its new Port of Hirtshals biorefinery, Denmark. The latest is Allan Andersen as the company’s new financial accountant. The…
Turmeric health claims prohibited in Italy
All health claims linked to turmeric-based health food supplements have been prohibited by the Italian Ministry of Health, as it issues a warning to be used on labels. The action…
Can Microalgae Oil Replace Unsustainable Palm Oil?
In a bid to replace palm oil, scientists at the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore are looking underwater. A research team claims that oil extracted from specific strains of…
Study finds a quarter of ‘THC-free’ products contain THC
Accidental use of THC could negatively affect consumers' health and safety—and carry legal or employment consequences, researchers point out. New Hope Network Read More
Increased Awareness of Vitamin K2
A new consumer survey has found an increased awareness of the uses and benefits of vitamin K2. The 2022 Supplement Consumer Survey indicates sales growth of vitamin K2, and identifies…
Soy Protein Vs Soy Protein Isolate: What’s The Difference And How Are They Used?
Soy can be a contentious ingredient. As an allergen, it isn’t suitable for everybody, however, as a source of plant protein, it is a valuable addition to the diets of…
Tryptophan: essential amino acid in human health
El triptófano es un aminoácido esencial. El cuerpo no lo puede sintetizar a partir de otras sustancias del organismo, lo que le obliga a obtenerlo a través de los alimentos.…
We’re Supplementing With Vitamin D3 More Than Ever. The Problem? It Mostly Comes From Sheep.
Vitamin D3, both a nutrient we consume and a hormone our body produces, is essential for bone, teeth and muscle health. It is most frequently gleaned through exposure to sunlight,…
Ingestible skincare sees rise in demand
A new survey of 490 consumers in the UK and France by wellness brand Lycored has revealed that demand for ingestible skincare solutions is rising as consumers adopt more holistic…