http://www.dsm.comQuality for Life newsen http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-05-03-new-study-links-lutein-zeaxanthin-and-omega-3-supplementation-with-eye-health-benefits.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=New+study+links+Lutein%2c+Zeaxanthin+and+Omega-3+supplementation+with+eye+health+benefits&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-05-03-new-study-links-lutein-zeaxanthin-and-omega-3-supplementation-with-eye-health-benefits.jsp Fri, 03 May 2013 10:15:00 +0200DSM and Kemin welcome the results of the latest trial to indicate that the nutritional intake of lutein, zeaxanthin and omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) may be beneficial for patients affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The LUTEGA study, published in JAMA Ophthalmology , demonstrates that supplementation with a combination of lutein, zeaxanthin, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) can result in increased concentrations of lutein, zeaxanthin and fatty acids in plasma and a significant improvement in the optical density of the macular pigment. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-03-07-dsm-and-sight-and-life-launch-vitamins-in-motion-campaign-at-international-hidden-hunger-congress.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+and+Sight+and+Life+launch+%e2%80%98Vitamins+in+Motion%e2%80%99+campaign+at+International+Hidden+Hunger+Congress&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-03-07-dsm-and-sight-and-life-launch-vitamins-in-motion-campaign-at-international-hidden-hunger-congress.jsp Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:00:00 +0100Experts in the fields of nutrition and development gather at the international Hidden Hunger Congress this week to address the global crisis of chronic micronutrient deficiencies, also known as hidden hunger. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-01-29-zeaxanthin-novel-food-approval.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=Nature-identical+Zeaxanthin+receives+Novel+Food+approval&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2013-01-29-zeaxanthin-novel-food-approval.jsp Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:00:00 +0100DSM Nutritional Products is pleased to report that on January 24, 2013 the European Commission approved the use of nature-identical Zeaxanthin in the European Union as an ingredient in food supplements. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012-11-09-DSM-welcomes-new-study-linking-oregano-extract-improving-mood-concentration-and-mental-wellbeing.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+welcomes+new+study+linking+oregano+extract+improving+mood%2c+concentration+and+mental+wellbeing&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012-11-09-DSM-welcomes-new-study-linking-oregano-extract-improving-mood-concentration-and-mental-wellbeing.jsp Fri, 09 Nov 2012 10:15:00 +0100DSM Nutritional Products is pleased to report that findings from a recent clinical study presented at the International Society of Neuroscience conference in New Orleans suggest that active compounds found in oregano may help to regulate mood, motivation and mental wellbeing in healthy male adults. The study was conducted at Forenap Pharma in France and funded by DSM. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/cworld/public/media/pages/press-releases/30-12-dsm-to-acquire-fortitech-to-strengthen-human-nutrition-portfolio.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+to+acquire+Fortitech+to+strengthen+human+nutrition+business&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/cworld/public/media/pages/press-releases/30-12-dsm-to-acquire-fortitech-to-strengthen-human-nutrition-portfolio.jsp Thu, 08 Nov 2012 07:15:00 +0100Royal DSM, the global Life Sciences and Materials Sciences company, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fortitech, Inc. (Fortitech) in an all cash transaction for a total enterprise value of USD 634 million (about €495 million). Subject to customary conditions, the transaction is expected to close before the end of the year. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012-10-18-DSM-welcomes-new-study-linking-daily-multivitamin-use-to-reduced-cancer-risk.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+welcomes+new+study+linking+daily+multivitamin+use+to+reduced+cancer+risk&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012-10-18-DSM-welcomes-new-study-linking-daily-multivitamin-use-to-reduced-cancer-risk.jsp Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:15:00 +0200DSM has welcomed the results of a study to show that a daily intake of a combination of vitamins and minerals can help prevent cancer in men, with an eight percent reduction in overall cancer rates. The research, published this week in the online edition of the Journal of the American Medical Association, highlights the importance of vitamins and minerals in supporting health and wellbeing and could impact on healthcare provisions globally. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_03_14_New_human_nutrition_website.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+launches+new+online+hub+for+food%2c+beverages+and+dietary+supplements&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/foodandbeverages/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_03_14_New_human_nutrition_website.jsp Wed, 14 Mar 2012 02:30:00 +0100DSM is showcasing the breadth and versatility of its ingredients portfolio with a new website: www.dsm.com/human-nutrition. From product summaries and downloads to information on numerous market segments, this new online resource allows the user to find the information they need at the click of a button. The launch forms part of DSM’s commitment to helping food, beverage and dietary supplement manufacturers meet the ever-changing needs of consumers. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_01_23_DSM_highlights_100_years_of_vitamins.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+highlights+100+years+of+vitamins&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_01_23_DSM_highlights_100_years_of_vitamins.jsp Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100The year 2012 marks the 100th anniversary of the discovery of vitamins. In 1912, a scientist named Casimir Funk coined the term “vitamins” to describe bioactive substances essential for human and animal health. In the years that followed, a series of scientific breakthroughs were made that identified 13 vitamins and explored many of their functions in the body. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_01_11_Sight_and_Life_Vitamin_A_partnership_with_Vitamin_Angels.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=Sight+and+Life+extends+Vitamin+A+distribution+partnership+with+Vitamin+Angels&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2012_01_11_Sight_and_Life_Vitamin_A_partnership_with_Vitamin_Angels.jsp Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0100Sight and Life is extending its partnership with Vitamin Angels for the distribution of vitamin A capsules. With effect from 2012, Sight and Life will transfer to Vitamin Angels the responsibility for both the management of direct distribution of vitamin A and Sight and Life’s initiatives intended to catalyze locally sustainable vitamin A supply and distribution systems. http://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2011_09_08_glimpse_into_the_future.jsp?WT.rss=prc_overview&WT.rss_a=DSM+offers+glimpse+into+the+future+at+FIE+2011&WT.rss_ev=ahttp://www.dsm.com/en_US/qualityforlife/public/home/pages/press-releases/2011_09_08_glimpse_into_the_future.jsp Thu, 08 Sep 2011 09:00:00 +0200DSM will demonstrate how its food, beverage and nutritional ingredients will shape the food and beverage industry by inviting visitors to Fi Europe 2011 to take a trip to a supermarket of the future.