Archives for December 12, 2006

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National Starch launches info portal on resistant starch

By  Lorraine Heller

National Starch Food Innovation has launched what it claims to be the most comprehensive source of information on resistant starch, designed to provide an easy reference base for nutrition experts.

Sainsbury's launches healthy wine

By  James Knowles

Sainsbury's is cashing in on healthy eating and drinking trends by launching a new wine that is good for your heart.

Tesco eyes up Eastern expansion

By  James Knowles

Tesco announced today the extension of its partnership with Ting Hsin in China, as part of its strategy to capitalize on emerging markets.

Chinese consumers concerned about food safety

By  Dominique Patton

Chinese consumers are worried about the safety of their food and want the government to do more to improve quality standards, suggests a new survey.

Fast Food Nation author calls for single US food safety body

By  Lorraine Heller

The US food industry needs to be regulated by a single food-safety agency with the authority to test widely for dangerous pathogens, demand recalls and penalize companies that knowingly sell contaminated food, according to the author of the...

Health claims publication tabled for March/April

By  Jess Halliday

Publication of the new European health and nutrition claims and food fortification regulations has been delayed until next spring - a scenario that should affect nothing but the timescale for entering into force, although experts expect more...

Americans need more info on GM foods, reveals survey

By  Lorraine Heller

Public opinion about genetically modified (GM) foods remains divided, but more information and more stringent regulation would ease the fears of the majority of Americans, according to a new survey.

Asian Citrus eyes new taste for juice in China

By  Dominique Patton

Asian Citrus, China's largest orange plantation owner, is readying to launch high-value, freshly squeezed orange juice for wealthier Chinese consumers happy to spend more on convenient food products.