Sugar industry defends its prime ingredient
The contribution that the common sweetener ingredient sucrose has made to the growing incidence of obesity is the focus of a dispute between the US sugar association and a New Zealand scientist.
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Lutein, zeaxanthin appear to restore eye cell health
Supplements of the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin restored levels of the antioxidants in the blood as well as the density of macular pigment in an animal study out today.
Soft drinks, diabetes link sparks fierce debate
Research suggesting a link between soft drink consumption and rising levels of diabetes in the US has sparked fierce criticism from consumer groups and beverage industry associations. Scientists with an axe to grind have manipulated the data, the...
BASF opens new plant for vitamin production
The world's number two vitamin maker BASF opened a new production plant for the chemical citral yesterday, the key building block for vitamins A and E, as well as the carotenoids beta-carotene and canthaxanthin.