Banks knew of problems, says Parmalat founder
International banks supporting Parmalat's operations knew of the company's financial problems, according to the former chairman Calisto Tanzi.
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Vitamin C could reduce inflammation
A diet rich in sources of vitamin C could cut the level of markers for inflammation by 45 per cent, a result that needs verifying by supplementation studies, says a new study.
More support that dairy could reduce colorectal cancer risk
A diet rich in dairy products could cut the risk of colorectal cancer by half, an effect that is not due solely to calcium, reports a Swedish study.
Age, income affect healthy diet choice
Almost two thirds of American adults consider themselves healthy eaters, and almost half say they try to follow some type of health-conscious diet, incorporating 'healthy' foods into their daily meals and snacks, says a new report.
Academic slams food labelling plans as 'too simplistic'
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA)'s proposed Multiple Traffic Light system is 'too simplistic, twenty years out of date, dreamt up by administrators rather than nutritionists and likely to confuse consumers', according to a university professor.
New 'deodorized' soybean to rid soy of 'beany' taste?
A new soybean variety claims to allow food manufacturers to develop products that have all the health benefits of soybeans but less of the beany taste.
Mintel identifies key food innovations for 2006
Brain-power foods, portion control and products targeting the senior population are likely to be the food sectors to look out for in 2006, according to Mintel.
Tate & Lyle invests in Israeli sugar venture
Tate & Lyle has formed a joint venture to build and operate a sugar plant in Israel, a move that will partially replace traditional sugar imports from the European Union.
High-fiber, low-fat diet benefits kids' heart health, study
Overweight children kept on a "nutritious" diet and encouraged to exercise during a two-week period showed a dramatic reduction in cholesterol and insulin levels, according to a study presented last week at the American Heart Association's annual...