Published: Jul 13, 2012 By: Mike Stones

The calorific value of almonds is 20% less than previously thought, leading to gross overestimations of their energy value, according to new US research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (AJCN).

Published: Jul 12, 2012 By: Stephen Daniells

Juice made from wild blueberries may reduce oxidative damage to DNA by around 3% and decrease the risk of cardiovascular and degenerative diseases, suggests new data.

Published: Jul 10, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

Extracts from grape seed or green tea make inhibit the action of certain starch-digesting enzymes and offer a plant-based alternative for glycemic control, suggests new data from the Linus Pauling Institute.

Published: Jul 10, 2012

The use of high-dose vitamin D supplements for the reduction of fractures in the elderly has been backed by a new analysis of clinical trials.

Published: Jul 10, 2012 By: Rod Addy

High purity stevia volume sales at PureCircle have increased by more than 20% year-on-year, PureCircle reported in a pre-close update for the second half of its financial year.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Rod Addy

Global sweeteners firm Cargill has welcomed fresh guidance from Belgium on the labelling and advertising of steviol glycosides used to sweeten food products

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce levels of certain inflammatory markers by 10%, says a new study that claims to be the first to show omega-3 supplementation may alter inflammatory markers in overweight but otherwise healthy people.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

The potential benefits of probiotic ingredients in sports nutrition products may extend beyond immune support, as emerging evidence suggests a potential to enhance protein utilization.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

A whey-protein-rich ingredient may improve blood vessel function in people at high risk of cardiovascular disease, reports a new randomized, double-blind study supported by Glanbia.

Published: Jun 22, 2012

Supplementation with vitamin E of beta-carotene will not prevent the onset of age-related macular degeneration, while there is not enough evidence to assess the benefits of other popular supplement combinations including lutein and zeaxanthin.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Nathan Gray

Phenolic compounds found in stone fruits could act as a synergistic ‘weapon’ against metabolic syndrome, according to new research.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

Low levels of folic acid during pregnancy may increase emotional health problems in children, says a new study.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Stephen DANIELLS

Supplements of vitamins C and E may protect against the increase in markers of oxidative stress in women receiving oral contraceptives, says a new study.

Published: Jun 22, 2012 By: Nathan Gray

Supplementation of vitamin D with calcium could help to increase life expectancy in elderly people, whilst vitamin D alone may not, say researchers.

Published: Jun 19, 2012 By: Oliver NIEBURG

Drinking pomegranate juice may help to reduce blood pressure, according to a recently published study.

Published: Jun 13, 2012 By: Ankush Chibber

The question of whether to go ahead with folic acid fortification of bread in New Zealand continues to be a contentious one, with another report moving against it.

Published: Jun 13, 2012

Pecan prices are up nearly 100% over the past three years to $2.14/pound, largely due todemand from China.

Published: Jun 12, 2012 By: Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of vitamin C may decrease heart rate during exercise and reduce the perception of fatigue and exertion, suggests new data.

Published: Jun 12, 2012 By: Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of omega-3s and higher blood levels of the fatty acids are associated with a 15% decrease in the risk of heart failure, says a new meta-analysis.

Published: Jun 07, 2012

Mission Foods is expanding its chip offerings with Mission Organics Tortilla Chips. The chips are available in three varieties — blue corn, white corn and multigrain.