First functional food offering hits Germany...

Aug 23, 2005
 German mineral water and fruit juice giant Rhoen Sprudel launches the first non-dairy drink containing cholesterol-lowering ingredient Benecol. Positioned as an alternative to fat-based milks and spreads.

Source: Nutra Ingredients.com EUROPE
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