Chinova Bioworks has introduced a new application for its Chiber ingredient (replacement for artificial preservatives) in sauces, spreads, dips and dressings. Derived from the stems of white button mushrooms, Chiber helps improve quality, freshness and shelf life, while reducing food waste, the company says. It is certified vegan, kosher, halal,...
Irvine, CA—BGG World (BGG) announced the publication of a clinical trial related to MyrtiPro (BGG’s standardized Bilberry extract containing 36% anthocyanins by HPLC) for eye health. The double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized parallel-group study involved 32 healthy Japanese adults who were administered either one 120-mg MyrtiPro capsule containing 43.2mg anthocyanins per day or a placebo, according to a press release. The primary outcome:...
Yokneam Illit, Israel—NextFerm Technologies announced its successful completion of an industrial production pilot for ProteVin, a vegan, non-GMO, yeast-based protein alternative. The food-tech company reported in a press release that the successful pilot is the first of three milestones towards commercial production and launch of ProteVin, planned in 2022. The two...
Everyone made changes during COVID-19, many of which will fall away as it becomes safe to leave the house and interact again—but not all changes are on their way out. NielsenIQ has compiled a list of COVID-19 changes that are here to stay. The company examined millions of brick-and-mortar and...
Oslo, Norway and East Brunswick, NJ—NattoPharma announced that a new 1.5-year placebo-controlled, randomized, open-label intervention clinical trial using MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 as MK-7 has been registered on ClinicalTrials.gov, and is scheduled to start in September 2021. The trial, titled The Effect of Vitamin K2 Supplementation on Arterial Stiffness and Cardiovascular...
Albany, NY—The New York State Senate has passed a bill restricting the sale of certain supplements. The unofficial vote count was 58-5, according to the Senate’s Twitter. The bill restricts sale of over-the-counter diet pills and supplements for weight loss or muscle building to people under the age of 18.
Spring, TX—The Global Prebiotic Association (GPA) is hosting a free educational virtual workshop on Thursday, June 10, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. EDT to cover the latest science on prebiotic mechanisms and to take a dive into immunity, according to a press release. The three-part interactive workshop focuses...
Cheshire, England—Engredo—a Danish provider of ingredients for the food, supplement, and pharma industries—is merging with the Lehvoss group, according to a press release. The joint venture will allow Lehvoss Nutrition, which markets and distributes nutraceutical ingredients and minerals throughout Europe, to consolidate its nutritional offerings, sales, marketing, and regulatory expertise...
HealthAid America has added Magnesium Citrate to its line of supplements. The additive-free product contains 100% pure Magnesium Citrate powder. It is intended to help support heart muscle function, relaxation of blood vessels, and normal blood pressure, the company says. 1285 Reamwood Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, www.healthaidamerica.com ...
HealthAid America has added ImmuProtect, an immune support supplement, to its product lineup. The supplement contains vitamin C (1000mg per tablet), zinc, rutin, quercetin, propolis, astragalus extract, and maitake mushroom. 1285 Reamwood Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94089, www.healthaidamerica.com ...
