Two compounds, which are called stilbenoids, worked in synergy with vitamin D and had a significant impact in raising the expression of the human cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide.
September 26, 2013
Two compounds stood out from the crowd -- the resveratrol found in red grapes and a compound called pterostilbene from blueberries.
An oat-based beta-glucan has shown to benefit multiple health aspects.
March 25, 2013
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) Article 14 (Commission Regulation [EU] No 1160/2011 of November 14, 2011) expressed that its positive health-claim opinion about oat ß-glucan for cholesterol reduction complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.
Lonza Group Ltd. developed ResistAid as a proprietary, natural immune-support ingredient with the ability to modulate and support appropriate immune response.
February 19, 2013
The immune system is a highly complex and interrelated system that has two pathways to address foreign substances...
Cyvex Nutrition Inc.’s Euro Black Currant extract has attained self-affirmed GRAS (Generally Regarded as Safe) status and can be safely used in a wide range of functional foods and beverages.
Stricter claims scrutiny will definitely affect claims revolving around immunity, and it may hasten the search for new immunity-enhancing ingredients and, consequently, dampen new product development.
Pharmaceutical, dietary supplement and food ingredient companies are engaged in identifying and evaluating various substances for their ability to boost the immune system.
Nutraceuticals have always held the position of preventative maintenance, but specificity is becoming the insurance by which consumers are assessing naturally derived compounds to reduce risks of certain diseases and conditions.
Wal-mart Shoppers in 43 states can take a bite-sized approach to healthier snacking with Praeventia cookies, made with Wellmune WGP and other specially selected ingredients.