Virus detecting technique designed for molluscs
A new laboratory technique could dramatically cut the millions of cases of food poisoning caused every year by eating molluscs such as oysters.
Archives for March 28, 2006
Beta-glucan fruit drink lowers bad cholesterol levels
Soluble fibre beta-glucan could lower LDL (bad) cholesterol, and seems more efficient when put in beverages, claims new research.
Soy before birth could reduce offspring obesity risk, say scientists
The unhealthy, high-fat foods we consume may not be the only culprits when it comes to obesity and related diseases, according to US scientists who reveal that a pregnant mother's diet may permanently increase- or reduce- her child's risk of becoming...
Food ads to kids to be restricted
Proposed guidelines to restrict food advertising directed at children will herald a new era of tighter regulatory control in the UK, according to food law experts at Eversheds.
Benzene levels in soft drinks are safe, says FDA
Levels of benzene found in soft drinks so far are not a safety risk for consumers, says the US food safety watchdog, attempting to calm public concern.
Cosun predicts tough times despite solid results
Royal Cosun has put a slight increase in profit down to the contribution from Nedalco, but anticipates challenging times ahead.
Too little salt could be bad for you, claims report
A new study into the effects of salt intake suggests that people who reported eating less salt than is recommended by UK and US government guidelines were 37 per cent more likely to die from cardiovascular causes than those who ate more.
Chr Hansen wins curcumin colour patent
Chr Hansen has been awarded a patent for a new process that it claims improves total yield of curcumin from turmeric by 30 to 40 per cent.
Z-Trim Plus claims double-edged health benefits
A new line of functional fat substitutes claims to be able to cut up to half the fat content of products while fortifying them with health promoting ingredients.