TerraVia receives FDA generally recognized as safe letter for Algae Butter
In California, TerraVia Holdings, Inc. received a generally recognized as safe no questions letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Algae...
Vivici achieves GRAS status for alternative whey protein
In the Netherlands, dairy proteins startup Vivici has achieved self-affirmed GRAS status in the United States for its fermentation-based whey protein, beta-lactoglobulin.
Vivici’s beta-lactoglobulin...
Unilever acquires Sir Kensington’s sustainably-sourced condiment business
In New Jersey, Unilever signed an agreement to acquire Sir Kensington’s, a New York-based maker of condiments sold in the organic and natural marketplace....
Eating a fresh avocado every day helps your eyes and your brain
In California, consuming one fresh avocado per day may lead to improved cognitive function in healthy older adults due to increased lutein levels in...
Probiotic combination reduces seasonal allergy symptoms
In Florida, University of Florida research shows a particular probiotic combination can reduce seasonal allergy symptoms if taken during allergy season. Lactobacilli and bifidobacteria...
Infant nutrition key to reducing stress impacts on early brain development of mice
In the Netherlands, a University of Amsterdam study showed that young mice that grow up in stressful circumstances go on to have fewer cognitive...
New Flexi diet includes intermittent fasting to lose weight and stay healthy
In Australia, based on research that fasting can be an effective way to lose weight and stay healthy, CSIRO introduced a diet that includes...
Soy milk provides the best nutritional value compared to other plant-based options
In Canada, a new study from McGill University looked at the four most-commonly consumed types of milk beverages from plant sources around the world...
Helaina Series B nets $45 million for human lactoferrin bioactive
In New York, biotech company Helaina has raised $45 million to develop and scale human equivalent-bioactive proteins produced via precision fermentation.
The Series B funding...
Buzzworthy: MeliBio taps Pow-Bio for AI-driven scaleup
In Berkely, California, bee-free honey startup MeliBio has partnered with Pow-Bio to use artificial intelligence to scale its precision fermentation process.
Founded in 2020,...