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DuPont completes new probiotics unit

DuPont completes new probiotics unit

1 Apr 2019

DuPont has announced it has completed the construction of a new probiotics fermentation unit - said to be the largest in the world - at its Rochester, New York, facility.

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Tate & Lyle collaborates on dietary fibre

Tate & Lyle collaborates on dietary fibre

20 Mar 2019

Tate & Lyle has announced a collaborative research project on the health effects of dietary fibres with APC Microbiome Ireland, a Science Foundation Institute (SFI) Research Centre.

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Arjuna Natural publishes amla study

Arjuna Natural publishes amla study

18 Mar 2019

A newly published study is said to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of Tri-Low full extract of amla (Phyllanthus emblica), the Indian gooseberry, in alleviating dyslipidemia.

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Lipofoods to launch microencapsulated botanical ingredients

Lipofoods to launch microencapsulated botanical ingredients

6 Mar 2019

Lipofoods is to introduce a new line of microencapsulated botanical ingredients supported by proprietary science for proven efficacy.

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Indena publishes Centella asiatica monograph

Indena publishes Centella asiatica monograph

21 Feb 2019

A new monograph “Centella asiatica: entering a new era”, dedicated to Centella asiatica, has been recently published by Indena with the aim of crossing new boundaries of this important medicinal plant.

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Study: AstaPure Arava is highly potent

Study: AstaPure Arava is highly potent

13 Feb 2019

The results of a new study are said to indicate that Algatechnologies’ AstaPure Arava algae powder is highly potent and has synergistic effects of the natural astaxanthin and the whole-algae complex.

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Study: Neumentix enhances physical performance

Study: Neumentix enhances physical performance

12 Feb 2019

A new study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition shows Neumentix, the nootropic ingredient from Kemin Human Nutrition and Health, can enhance physical performance through cognitive improvements.

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MycoTechnology gets $30 million in new investment

MycoTechnology gets $30 million in new investment

1 Feb 2019

MycoTechnology has received $30 million in new investment that it says will fuel expansion and accelerate R&D project execution.

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GSK, Pfizer to combine on consumer health

GSK, Pfizer to combine on consumer health

31 Dec 2018

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has reached agreement with Pfizer to combine their consumer health businesses into a new joint venture, with combined sales of approximately £9.8 billion ($12.7 billion).

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DuPont talks probiotics to Chinese physicians

DuPont talks probiotics to Chinese physicians

17 Dec 2018

DuPont Nutrition & Health recently presented on the latest developments on clinical research, market insights and trends on global probiotics products at the 3rd Probiotics and Health Medical Science Summit.

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Cranberries show promise for improved gut health

Cranberries show promise for improved gut health

19 Nov 2018

Researchers are just beginning to understand the link between the gut and many chronic health conditions, leading to growing interest in prebiotic ingredients. According to a new study, cranberries are the latest food to show prebiotic potential.

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Nuts gain from awareness of healthy fats

Nuts gain from awareness of healthy fats

19 Nov 2018

Demand for products containing nuts is on the rise, aided by ongoing research into their health benefits and growing consumer understanding of healthy fats.

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