Hydrocolloid sector must innovate, says expert
Rising energy and transport costs have driven up hydrocolloid prices, but food makers could benefit if suppliers invest in innovative product development.
Archives for November 16, 2005
ICL expands phosphate capacity across Atlantic
Israel Chemicals (ICL's) acquisition of US speciality phosphates firm Astaris will give the firm a foothold in the lucrative North American ingredients market.
US flavor demand driven by natural ingredients
Demand for flavors and fragrances in the US is forecast to increase 3.5 percent per year to $4.6 billion in 2009, according to Freedonia.
Study supports soy/heart health message for African-Americans
The heart health benefits of eating soy protein containing isoflavones received a boost this week, when researchers from John Hopkins University presented new research indicating their ability to reduce two strong indicators for coronary heart disease...
New UK nutrition guidelines target obesity crisis
New guideline daily amounts (GDAs) on food packaging in the UK will empower consumers with vital nutritional knowledge and help cut rocketing obesity rates.
More protein, less carbs may cut heart risk
Replacing some carbs with protein and monounsaturated fat can improve cholesterol levels, further lower blood pressure and reduce overall heart disease risk, suggests a new study out today.
Cracking the corn code could unlock nutritional value
Plans to unlock the genetic code of the corn plant could help lead to higher yields and better quality ingredients.
Northern Foods Gets Fit
Britain's Northern Foods has posted a first-half profit rise of 5.8 per cent, following the introduction of a company-wide 'Get Fit' streamlining campaign to drive profit margins and rationalise operations.
Sugar demand rising at expense of sweeteners, claims sugar industry
Demand for natural sugar is on the rise, as consumers start to turn away from 'unnatural' sweetener products, according to the nation's Sugar Association, an industry body concerned with the promotion of sugar.
Obesity is a sham by the weight-loss industry, says academic
The much advertised 'obesity epidemic' does not exist, according to new research that claims the disease is nothing but attempts by the nation's weight loss industry to capitalize on public health concerns.