The filing of structure/function claims with the FDA has allowed a global leader in lipid-based ingredients for health and nutrition to claim specific health benefits for its conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) isomers.
According to the American Cancer Society (Atlanta), approximately 35% of all cancer deaths in the U.S. can be prevented by dietary means. Scientific evidence shows that properly balancing fruits, vegetables, dietary fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and certain dietary supplements protects our health.
Religious-based dietary laws impact ingredient options for supplement manufacturers. An explanation of basic considerations for these products can assist food manufacturers as well.
Two thousand years ago, Hippocrates said, "Let your food be your medicine, and your medicine be your food." Was he anticipating the advent of functional foods? And, will functional foods follow the difficult path supplements are now experiencing?
From mom’s ringing endorsement to the FDA’s first food-specific health claim, oats are well established as an important component to a healthful diet. In fact, beta-glucan, the active ingredient in oat soluble fiber, has been shown to provide significant heart-health benefits, such as lower cholesterol levels and reduced hypertension.
Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria are both beneficial microflora naturally present in the intestinal tract, and studies show they promote enhanced gut function and stability, improve protection against infection and cancers, reduce blood cholesterol, enhance immune response and more.
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