Blue California’s ErgoActive® ergothioneine helps preserve telomere length under oxidative stress
December 10, 2020
An in-vitro study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, demonstrated how Blue California’s ErgoActive® ergothioneine helped to preserve telomere length and reduced the rate of telomere shortening under oxidative stress.
The big picture of cancer risk reduction hasn’t changed much in decades, and the dietary prescription remains, “increase the proportion of fruits and vegetables in the diet and maintain a healthy body weight.” However, attention increasingly is turning to more specific ingredients.
Hormel introduces Hormel Vital Cuisine line for cancer patients’ nutritional needs
September 7, 2016
Designed specifically to support the unique nutritional needs of cancer patients, the product portfolio is power-packed with nutrition, providing a much-needed balance of proteins, fats and carbohydrates.
The link between whole grain consumption and the reduction of chronic disease risk is well-documented. Now, whole grains also have been shown to possess a high level of antioxidant activity.
January 24, 2014
The link between whole grain consumption and the reduction of chronic disease risk is well-documented.
Prepared Foods’ R&D Application Seminars recently explored antioxidants. Presenters discussed some of the pioneering technology in this field, as well as a look at five “orphan ingredients” with strong antioxidant capacity.
December 1, 2013
Details of a unique, infrared drying method by Vivid Harvest that preserves the vitamin and antioxidant content and capacity of fruits and vegetables was presented by Rodger Jonas, director of national sales, PL Thomas Inc., in his Prepared Foods’ R&D Application Seminar titled “Effects of Drying Methods on Vitamin C Content.”
Whether familiar (zinc, selenium) or little known (CoQ10, phosphatidyl serine, astaxanthine), emerging ingredients and botanicals are waiting for processors to discover their untapped potential.
October 1, 2013
Although most micronutrients are anything but new, some have been newly emphasized as a result of recent studies.
A new Kemin formula of catechins and theaflavins promises to address a key health concern in older men.
March 22, 2013
Kemin describes new AssuriTEA Men’s Health as a proprietary formula of catechins and theaflavins that supports urological health—a top health concern for older men.