Ulm, Germany—A new study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease suggests that vitamin C and beta-carotene may play a role in deterring the development of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Researchers from the University of Ulm, including Epidemiologist Gabriele Nagel and Neurologist Christine von Arnim, analyzed the blood levels of the antioxidants...
When hearing about proteins and amino acids, many of us have to think back to our middle school science classes. A swarm of polypeptides diagrams dance in our heads, and their meanings begin to escape us. As adults, it’s definitely worth revisiting the basics to see how these proteins...
The high-stakes battle continues in sugar-land. On September 4, four companies affiliated with the Corn Refiners Association (ADM, Cargill, Ingredion and Tate & Lyle) filed a counterclaim against The Sugar Association for supposedly fooling Americans into thinking that sugar is safer and healthier than high fructose corn syrup (HFCS), “despite...
A probiotic ingredient (LactoSpore) from Sabinsa Corporation of East Windsor, NJ was selected by Wellspring Industry, Inc. for its Tutti Frutti Frozen Yogurt. In other news, Sabinsa Corporation received a U.S. patent for its SABERRY+COCOCIN synergistic formulation. Helios Corp./Sunbio, with offices in Santa Fe Springs, NM, supported the release...
Sebastopol, CA-based Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery, Inc. was honored with six awards between its two brands, Green Valley Organics and Redwood Hill Farm, at the 2012 American Cheese Society Judging and Competition, including first place in the Cultured Products Flavor Added category for its Green Valley Organics Lactose...
Topical BioMedics of Rhinebeck, NY is holding its second annual “Where in the World is Topricin” photo contest. Contestants can submit photos showing Topricin in a travel setting for the chance to win. Entries are due Oct. 31, 2012. Prizes include gift packages of Topricin. Ontario, Canada-based Diva International redesigned its...
Even though our mothers wouldn’t let us forget it years ago, it seems Americans need to be reminded that “There are starving children in Africa!” Only 60% of the food made in the United States ever gets eaten, according to a new report from the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC).
Conventry, U.K.—Fluoride isn’t the only cavity fighter in town. According to scientists from the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland, digested coconut oil may act as a natural antibiotic to fight off tooth decay. In a study presented at The Society for General Microbiology’s Autumn Conference at the University of...
Enzymedica of Port Charlotte, FL, promoted Gary Trimble to director of personnel and Scott Cloud to executive vice president of sales. Lundberg Family Farms, based in Richvale, CA, announced that Mark Lundberg was elected chairman of the board. NeoCell of Santa Ana, CA hired Tim Mount as brand educator.
