Cheeseburgers are good for the gut
Cheeseburgers are good for the gut, say scientists this week, in sharp contrast to widespread belief that high fat foods can clog up the arteries.
Archives for October 10, 2005
EU, processors await possible bird flu outbreak
With bird flu creeping up on the EU, the bloc's members have been jolted into a more active response to the danger, which not only threatens human health, but also the poultry processing sector's livelihood.
Tate & Lyle roadshow boosts market stature
UK sweetener supplier Tate & Lyle announces it will host a series of presentations to American investors over the coming days, news that sees the firm's shares jump.
EU research head calls for more food R&D
A series of five EU-funded projects announced today in the UK are a sign that the bloc is moving to rebuild public confidence in its food industry and is willing to invest more in research anddevelopment for the sector.
Scientists make cheap xylitol from spent grain
Russian scientists say they have devised a cheaper and more sustainable way of producing the common sugar substitute xylite, or xylitol, by using left over grains from the brewing and spirits industries.
Burger King denies reports that pulling out of UK salt initiative
Calls for hard legislation to replace voluntary codes on salt removal likely, even though Burger King denies rumours it has pulled out of government and industry link-up to remove salt from food formulations.
Mid-life obesity a risk factor for dementia?
Feeding the war against obesity, a new Swedish study finds consumers obese in midlife could have an increased risk for dementia in later life.