Frutarom, USA has introduced Portusana, a branded purslane herb extract.  According to the company, Portusana positively affects blood glucose metabolism through a triple mode of action. It reduces the transport of glucose from the intestine into the bloodstream; increases the uptake of glucose from the blood into cells; and modulates the sensitivity of cells to insulin, a hormone that controls blood glucose levels. For further information: www.frutarom.com