Antimicrobial coating reduces irradiation time, study finds
Plastic coated with a antimicrobial agent used along with irradiation can reduce pathogens in packaged ready-to-eat vegetables, a scientist claims.
Archives for August 28, 2006
Obesity Forecast 2010: who is to blame?
A new UK government report into obesity has reignited the debate over who should take responsibility for the growing epidemic.
New study links obesity to ovarian cancer
Obesity has again been linked with cancer, in a new study that examines the so far little understood connection between extra body weight and ovarian cancer.
Rice breakthrough promises secure future supplies
A major global scientific effort to enhance the efficiency of rice could have important implications in the supply of the world's most important food.
US enzyme market poised for continued growth
The US enzyme market is set for healthy growth, according to a new report, but continued downward pricing pressures mean that this growth will likely result from a corresponding increase in food and beverage production.
Booming enteral nutrition market offers ingredient opportunities
Aging populations and a growing demand for homecare are driving opportunities for the European enteral nutrition market, ranging from functional foods to microencapsulation.
Soft drinks industry to hold benzene summit
Soft drinks industry officials will meet this September to discuss progress on cutting benzene residues out of their drinks, six months after BeverageDaily.com revealed there was still a problem.
Vitamin K1-rich diet linked to better heart health
A high daily intake of vitamin K1, found in green leafy vegetables, could reduce the risk of fatal coronary heart disease by 19 per cent, says a new study.
Innovative merchandising needed to capture declining shelf space
Merchandising, a critical tool in the marketing of packaged goods, is set to undergo a significant transformation, resulting in competition for display and feature ad space intensifying, claims a new report.
More omega-3 in organic milk, say scientists
Scientists have called on Britain's food safety authorities to recognise the superior health qualities of organic milk, after a new study showed it contained higher levels of omega-3 than conventional milk.