Kappa Bioscience announced it was granted Novel Food Approval in the European Union for its vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7, K2VITAL™, allowing the ingredient to be used in a range of supplements and foods. ...More
Many of the biggest players in the probiotics industry will come together for a half-day post-Supplyside West workshop on the latest probiotic trends, challenges and opportunities. ...More
The International Probiotics Association and VIRGO will present a half-day workshop on probiotic market trends and scientific research on Oct. 14 as part of SupplySide West. ...More
The Danisco probiotic strain Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04™ reduced the incidence, duration and severity of upper respiratory tract illnesses in healthy, physically active adults, according to a study presented on June 15, 2011, at the International Scientific Conference on ...More
Daily supplementation with the probiotic Bifidobacterium lactis HN019 decreased whole gut transit time in a dose-dependent manner, and reduced the frequency of functional gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms in adults with functional GI symptoms. ...More
Two probiotic strains from Danisco taken twice daily improved symptoms of bloating in patients with functional bowel disorders in a recent study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J Clin Gastroenterol. 2011 Mar 22. DOI:10.1097/MCG.0b013e31820ca4d6). ...More
Danisco now has the rights to market pine-derived phytosterols from U.S.-based Arboris, according to a long-term agreement signed by both companies. Arboris’ large-scale production and integrated access to pine tall oil, the key raw material, will provide Danisco with ...More
Pre- and probiotic experts from Danisco will share insights into the market for ingredients that support digestive and immune health during a virtual conference focused on the beneficial bacteria and fiber. Michael Bond, global business director for Danisco’s Functional ...More
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