The EU novel food authorisation process is governed by Regulation (EU) 2015/2283. Foods that were not consumed to a significant degree in the EU before 15 May 1997 may require novel food authorisation. The novel...
Juice Drink Recall: Metal Contamination Concerns
Interesting News January 18, 2024Share
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Subject:Juice drinks from various brands recalled due to possible metal contamination in strawsProducts Recalled:Refresco Beverages UK Limited recalls several juice drinks because of potential metal contamination...
The extension of food shelf life is not merely through preservatives or extended storage periods. Extending food product shelf-life regulations requires scientifically based formulation, processing, packaging, safety, quality and storage validation. Even though food shelf-life...
What are the EU regulations for novel food?
Interesting News September 23, 2023Share
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The European Union (EU) Novel Food Regulation (EU) 2015/2283 defines novel foods as those not consumed significantly within the EU before May 1997.The regulation...
EFSA Assessment: Tomato Extract Health Claims
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Substances that serve as possible antiplatelet factors were discovered in water-soluble tomato concentrate (WSTC). These factors have been shown to inhibit platelet aggregation. Platelet aggregation has...
Scientific substantiation of Fruitflow by EFSA
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Fruit flow is a water-soluble tomato extract that is marketed as a dietary supplement and claimed to contribute to normal platelet aggregation, blood flow, and healthy...
How do clinical trials contribute to the success of nutraceuticals?
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What are clinical trials?
According to the World Health Organization, clinical trials are a type of research that investigates new tests and...
Compliance of Food Products with International Regulations
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Introduction The world has become more interconnected than before, primarily due to technological advancements over the last few decades. There is also a rapid movement of consumer goods due to globalisation. With an increase in the migration of people and consumer goods, issues...
The future of botanical nutraceuticals in the EU
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The future of botanical nutraceuticals in the EU is likely to be shaped by factors such as increasing consumer demand for natural and plant-based...
The EU regulation for Food Fortification
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The EU regulation for Food Fortification
Food fortification is the process of adding essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to food products to improve their nutritional value. For...