22 Nov 2019 --- In nutrition news this week, Omya exhibited its range of high purity mineral particles under its Calcipur portfolio at Food Matters Live, in London, UK, November 11-14, demonstrating the positive impact its ingredient’s mineral particles had on the texture and color of bakery products. Merit Functional Foods obtained Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its protein ingredient portfolio. Research conducted by Pharmactive Bioproducts found that its saffron extract Affron helps with symptoms of depression, while a Taiyo-endorsed study showed that its Suntheanine ingredient supports cognitive function and relieves stress.