12-Aug-2009 -
The Food Standards Agency in the UK says lycopene levels – at least for the carotenoid’s use as a food colour – are under review at EU level.
11-Aug-2009 -
The recent approval of tomato extract-derived lycopene as a food additive by international body, JECFA, could influence a rethink of Accepted Daily Intakes (ADI) in Europe, according to world-leading Israeli supplier, Lycored.
29-Apr-2009 -
Formal European Commission approval of several lycopene forms for use in foods is set to significantly expand the market for the tomato-based antioxidant that is now no longer restricted to food supplement applications.
26-Mar-2009 -
Increased intakes of antioxidant pigments from plants may lower the risk of hip fracture in older men and women, according to a 17-year study from the US.
17-Mar-2009 -
Several proprietary lycopene forms have been approved for use in a variety of food applications as well as food supplements, after gaining a green light from a European Commission committee.
07-Nov-2008 -
‘Surprising’ results from a recent study have prompted Israel’s LycoRed to file for patent protection for its Lyc-O-Mato tomato extract and skin health.
03-Sep-2008 -
Israel-based LycoRed has received a US patent for the atherosclerosis-inhibiting properties of its tomato extract, which the firm says adds to the network of support for its ingredient’s heart health benefits.
29-May-2008 -
The anti-cancer activity of tomatoes, particularly in the prostate, could be boosted by dehydrating and then rehydrating the fruit, suggests a new study with rats.
14-May-2008 -
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has found the carotenoid lycopene to be safe in a number of new applications.
13-May-2008 -
'Sun defense in a pill' is the claim of a Florida-based company releasing a dietary supplement designed to protect the skin against UVA and UVB damage.
12-May-2008 -
Last week's Vitafoods trade show highlighted a drop in ingredient innovation with many companies placing the blame at the door of Europe's evolving health claims legislation.
29-Apr-2008 -
Consuming lycopene-rich tomato paste may protect against sunburn and sun-induced skin ageing, British researchers have reported.