Applied BioClinical Inc. (ABC) is a new bioclinical research facility in Irvine, Calif., from FutureCeuticals Inc., a company involved in the research, development and manufacture of fruit, vegetable and grain-based products for the functional food markets. Zbigniew Pietrzkowski, Ph.D., will lead ABC’s research efforts as chief science officer.

Experts have indicated that mulberry, which is the latest fruit to be hailed a Superfood, is packed with anti-aging properties that could give skin back its youthful bloom and even reduce the onset of wrinkles and grey hair.

Three kiwis a day could keep high blood pressure at bay, according to a new study. Research presented at the scientific meeting of the American Heart Association shows eating three kiwis a day is linked with decreased blood pressure.

Healthy women who consumed the omega-3, tomato juice combination had lower levels of cardiovascular disease markers compared with women who consumed only the tomato juice, according to results of a small trial.

Ocean Spray’s Ingredient Technology Group and Artemis International, a specialty provider of nutraceutical ingredients, have announced details of their strategic partnership.

Lifestyle counseling and supplementation with flaxseed and walnuts can assist management of Metabolic Syndrome. A look a recent studies.

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a proposed rule called "Food Labeling; Health Claim; Phytosterols and Risk of Coronary Heart Disease.

As marketers of conventional foods, functional foods and dietary supplements pore over data looking for new product opportunities that answer consumer needs, foods and beverages that address health issues, often specific health conditions, come to the forefront. 

Heart Health Claims a study assembled for Prepared Foods’ Cardiovascular Health Virtual Trade Show.

Pulses are the edible seeds of legumes and include peas, beans, lentils and chickpeas. The word pulse is derived from the Latin words puls or pultis, meaning thick soup.