Quali-Blends.(SUPPLIERS CORNER)(DSM Nutritional Products)(Brief article) DSM Nutritional Products has launched Quali-Blends in response to growing demand for high quality nutritional ingredients from a completely traceable source. The brand encompasses vitamins, . . .

Chia seed.(SUPPLIERS CORNER)(Proprietary Nutritionals, Inc.)(Brief article) Proprietary Nutritionals, Inc., has unveiled Benexia, a quality-certified chia seed grown under Good Agricultural Practices (GLOBAL-GAP), and selected under GMP and HACCP (Hazard Analysis . . .

AncienTrim.(SUPPLIERS CORNER)(FutureCeuticals )(Brief article) FutureCeuticals has introduced AncienTrim, a new technology that delivers ancient grain nutrition in a formulation friendly powdered blend. Ancien Trim overcomes formulation challenges of . . .

Truvia.(SUPPLIERS CORNER)(Cargill Inc.)(Brief article) Cargill has introduced Truvia, a natural, zero-calorie sweetener made from rebiana, the best-tasting part of the stevia leaf. About 200 times sweeter than sugar, this ingredient can be applied to . . .

Vegetable juice powders.(SUPPLIERS CORNER) Synergy Production Laboratories has introduced a line of certified organic, freeze-dried or cold-dried Synergized vegetable juice powders based on beet, carrot and tomato juice. The products . . .

Lifetime omega 3 solutions.(SUPPLIERS CORNER) Napro Pharma, a subsidiary of Cognis, has introduced Lifetime customized omega 3 solutions, which is comprised of five ready-to-market formulas for different consumer groups. The concepts include . . .

Organic saw palmetto.(SUPPLIERS CORNER)(Valensa International )(Brief article) Valensa International has launched a certified organic grade of its USPlus Prostate Formula--a patented, solvent-free, supercritical carbon dioxide extract that delivers a comprehensive nutrient . . .

Study supports safety of promensil.(RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS) A recent 3-year study demonstrated that Promensil--a natural, red clover isoflavone supplement marketed by Natrol, Chatsworth, CA--is safe for managing mild to moderate menopausal symptoms. More . . .

Concord grape juice may improve memory.(RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS) A recent pilot study suggests that Concord grape juice, from Welch Foods, Concord, MA, may provide benefits to older adults with early memory decline. The placebo-controlled human trial involved . . .

Oikos organic yogurt.(NEW PRODUCTS) Stonyfield Farm, Londonderry, NH, has expanded the flavor offerings of its organic, authentic Greek yogurt, Oikos Organic. Blueberry and Honey flavor-on-the-bottom Greek yogurts join the Oikos . . .

ZYM catapult.(NEW PRODUCTS) BE Innovations, Chicago, IL, has introduced ZYM Catapult, a drink tablet that contains 100 mg of natural caffeine from guarana. The product is the latest version of ZYM Endurance, the . . .

EveryKid.(NEW PRODUCTS)(Brief article) New Chapter, Brattleboro, VT, has released EveryKid, a whole food complexed children's multivitamin made with organic ingredients. This formula of essential vitamins and nutrients, offers . . .

Yumberry juice.(NEW PRODUCTS) Frutzzo, Alpine, UT, has unveiled Yumberry Juice, derived from the yumberry, a subtropical fruit rich in the antioxidant oligomeric proanthocyanidin (OPC). Yumberry Juice and juice blends . . .

Peanut butter with omega 3s.(NEW PRODUCTS) Hearts&Minds LLC, Chicago, IL, has released Hearts&Minds Peanut Butter with Olive Oil and Omega-3 (EPA/DHA). It contains 100 mg of omega 3s and 6 grams of olive oil per serving. The product . . .

ZonePerfect dark chocolate nutrition bars.(NEW PRODUCTS) Abbott Nutrition, Columbus, OH, has launched ZonePerfect Dark Chocolate All-Natural Nutrition Bars, which contain dark chocolate, vitamins C and E, along with selenium. The product is available . . .

Gencor Pacific: serving multiple markets from the ground up.(SUPPLY SOURCE)(Company overview) Gencor Pacific Limited, Anaheim, CA, was founded in 1999 in Hong Kong to distribute active pharmaceutical ingredients. Backed by Jith Veeravalli, an entrepreneur with three decades of business . . .

ZMC-USA: A portrait of trust & transparency.(SUPPLY SOURCE) ZMC-USA, The Woodlands, TX, is a subsidiary of China-based Zhejiang Medicine Company Limited Xinchang Pharmaceutical Factory, or ZMC for short, which has been manufacturing active pharmaceutical . . .

Nutraceuticals research. Nutraceutical: Hyaluronic acid (Hyal-Joint) Indication: Knee osteoarthritis (OA) Source: Nutr J, January 21, 2008;7:3. Research: In this study, investigators examined the effect of dietary . . .

A healthier hue of colors; Recent studies steer the market toward natural dyes. The market for natural food colorings continues to get brighter as more attention is paid to research linking artificial food dyes with hyperactivity and other behavioral problems in children. . . .

'Natural' spices up flavor market; Superfruits offer growing potential in food and beverage formulas. Better-informed consumers who are increasingly concerned about food choices and the impact they have on health are driving shifts in flavor development for functional foods and beverages to bolder, . . .