Paulig: Diminicol Receives GRAS Status from the FDA in the U.S.
Teriaka Takes a Serious Step into the Functional Food Business
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Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2003
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Feb. 11, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- The Finnish company Teriaka Ltd. has received GRAS status from the FDA for its patented product Diminicol(R). This means that it can be used as an ingredient in many different foods. It has been clinically proven that Diminicol(R) significantly reduces cholesterol. This natural food ingredient contains plant sterols in a unique microcrystalline structure, making Diminicol(R) highly effective in lowering cholesterol.
Patented in many countries
Diminicol(R) has been patented both in the USA and in many other markets. It is marketed primarily to international food and beverage companies which want to position themselves on the market for functional foods.
Diminicol(R) is GRAS in the following food groups: margarines, spreads, soft cheeses, yoghurts, milk-juice drinks, ice creams, health and snack bars, white breads and rolls, salad dressings and mayonnaise.
Teriaka focuses on health effects
A member of the Paulig Group, Teriaka Ltd. develops and markets health promoting ingredients and methods. Its research focuses on safe and scientifically tested products. Commercial negotiations are ongoing globally with interested parties. GRAS status strengthens Teriaka's position, especially on the U.S. market, but it will also open doors worldwide because of the strict requirements for proof.
(a) FDA: Food and Drug Administration
(b) GRAS: Generally Recognised As Safe
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CONTACT:
Teriaka Ltd.
Bengt Hallsten, Managing Director
+ 358 9 3198 501
+ 358 400 461 687 (Mobile)
bengt.hallsten@paulig.fi
Leena Morander, Product Development Manager
+ 358 9 3198 502
+ 358 40 540 2767 (Mobile)
leena.morander@paulig.fi
www.teriaka.com
Paulig Ltd.
Leena Miettinen, PR and Communication Manager
+ 358 9 3198 364
+ 358 40 562 7302
leena.miettinen@paulig.fi
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