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Energising the cell’s powerhouse can benefit mental health

Energising the cell’s powerhouse can benefit mental health

Studies show that the mitochondria-boosting supplement ingredient, MGCPQQ, can also help to improve stress, reduce fatigue and obtain better sleep, reports Dr Shoji Matsukawa, Vice President, Mitsubishi Gas Chemical America
Why essential nutrients have never been more … essential

Why essential nutrients have never been more … essential

As the world attempts to navigate its way through the havoc wreaked by the COVID-19 pandemic, many lessons will have been learned: some good, some bad, reflects Professor David Richardson, Scientific Adviser, Council for Responsible Nutrition UK
Hemp and coffee proteins: a new paradigm for modern nutrition

Hemp and coffee proteins: a new paradigm for modern nutrition

In 2020, eating properly and in a sustainable manner is becoming increasingly complex, says Dr David Daguet, Scientific Director, Vidya Europe
Pycnogenol for men’s health: part I

Pycnogenol for men’s health: part I

Frank Schoenlau, PhD, Scientific Director at Horphag Research, presents a comprehensive literature review of the company’s French maritime pine bark extract and its applications in men’s health
COVID-19: Nutraceutical players respond

COVID-19: Nutraceutical players respond

Euromed, Kaneka, Omya and Glatt speak about how they are dealing with the pandemic and their predictions about future supply and demand
Responding to market and consumer demands for clean label ingredients

Responding to market and consumer demands for clean label ingredients

The clean label movement is being driven by consumers demanding a return to “real” ingredients and greater transparency, not only in foods but also in nutraceutical products. Colorcon’ Kelly Boyer, General Manager, Film Coatings, tells Dr Kevin Robinson how the company is responding to this trend
The power of the pomegranate

The power of the pomegranate

Numerous studies in both animals and human volunteers have demonstrated the efficacy of a whole-fruit pomegranate extract in various well-being applications, including inflammation, sports nutrition, digestive and cardiovascular health, reports Andrea Zangara, Scientific Marketing Manager, Euromed
Be focused and stay smart with a natural cognitive health booster

Be focused and stay smart with a natural cognitive health booster

Anyone interested in keeping their body in tip-top condition for maximum performance appreciates the need for proper nutrition. Not only does physical power depend on the availability of nutrients, it’s also a fundamental requirement for cognitive function. Dr Torsten Grothe, Head of Food and Health at Mibelle AG reports
Optimised nutrition and a healthy immune system in the fight against viral infections

Optimised nutrition and a healthy immune system in the fight against viral infections

In light of the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, Dr Manfred Eggersdorfer, Professor for Healthy Ageing at the University Medical Center Groningen, talks to Dr Kevin Robinson about the role that micronutrients and omega-3 fatty acids can play to support the immune response, particularly with respect to respiratory virus infections
Service in times of bits and bytes

Service in times of bits and bytes

Whoever talks to the service experts at Syntegon Technology, formerly Bosch Packaging Technology, communicates both digitally and globally. The shift from analogue to bits and bytes has not only changed communication between service employees and customers. In the course of digitisation, the company has modernised and expanded its entire service portfolio — and has reinvented itself to a certain extent
Benign prostatic hyperplasia: the mature man’s problem

Benign prostatic hyperplasia: the mature man’s problem

An innovative saw palmetto extract from Vidya Herbs, said to be more efficient than traditional saw palmetto extracts, restores the virility and self-confidence of mature men, reports Dr David Daguet, Scientific Director
Taking the guesswork out of sustainability

Taking the guesswork out of sustainability

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is taking a circular approach to reducing waste, decreasing its carbon footprint and, with the use of constantly acquired data from member farms, implementing a long-term strategy of co-operative sustainability. Dr Kevin Robinson spoke to Els Zeeuwen, Director of Branding and Communication, and Aurélie Letortu, Senior Corporate Sustainability Manager, to find out more
Stevia innovations: from losing bitterness to modulating flavour

Stevia innovations: from losing bitterness to modulating flavour

Saquib Ramday, Category Director at Tate & Lyle, discusses the evolution of stevia’s use from early formulations to new applications as a flavouring substance with modifying properties
Biohacking for a better body and mind

Biohacking for a better body and mind

Multiple benefits in terms of performance, focus and well-being make natural astaxanthin a very promising nutrient for the growing biohacking sector, reports Leonhard Thunn-Hohenstein, Key Account Manager, AstaReal AB
Probiotics: a trusted strain is a trusted business

Probiotics: a trusted strain is a trusted business

Clinical trials and working with other sectors on research projects can boost confidence in the efficacy and quality of a strain, says Symprove Chairman Barry Smith
The secret to protein and fibre fortification

The secret to protein and fibre fortification

Food companies now understand that capitalising on the fibre and protein market trends is not achieved by the front of pack declarations. Robert Lambert of Ulrick & Short explains

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