The manufacturers of probiotic yogurts and yogurt drinks have, in the past, claimed their products can help relieve digestive irregularity and boost the immune system.

Products targeting health conditions range in boldness, as regulatory staffs influence ingredient choices.

Bio-Botanica Inc. has developed a powdered extract from red Muscadine grape, which is standardized to at least 10% natural trans-resveratrol. Muscadine grapes

Lallemand Health Ingredients recently announced the launch of the latest addition to its LalminÆ range of yeast-based health ingredients: Lalmin Vita D--a dried, inactivated whole cell yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) containing elevated levels of vitamin D. It is produced thanks to a unique, patented process at Lallemand's yeast manufacturing plants.

Bio-Botanica Inc. has developed a powdered extract from red Muscadine grape, which is standardized to at least 10% natural trans-resveratrol.

Algatechnologies announced its AstaPure® brand has obtained GRAS (generally recognized as safe) status from the FDA for use in food and beverages applications.

Crafting a spicy chicken; saying "Pooh" to co-branding; expanding a giant; extending Tropicana; and exploring pre- and probiotics.

Biothera's Wellmune WGPÆ, a natural food and supplement ingredient that activates the body's immune defenses, significantly reduced the duration of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) symptoms in a healthy population of medical students during the peak of the cold-flu season, claims the company.

Massachusetts General Hospital is conducting a new study to evaluate the effects of GanedenBC30Æ on individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).

OmniActive Health Technologies' LutemaxÆ 2020 ingredient has successfully achieved self-affirmed GRAS status and is safe for use in a range of food and beverage applications.