High-carb diet could aid slimming: Study
People who consume high levels of carbohydrates are more likely to be slim, according to a Canadian study published in the current issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association.
Archives for July 19, 2009
Lowest-income shoppers embrace green product claims
Low-income shoppers are most likely to be willing to pay a premium for ‘green’ products, according to a new study from retail design and strategy firm Miller Zell.
US wheat industry welcomes Monsanto’s GM wheat plans
Monsanto’s announcement of increased research into genetically modified wheat has been welcomed by major US wheat industry players, adding fuel to the ongoing debate about the crop’s commercialization.
Mainstream press ‘exposed’ for health claim sensationalism
Not again! As if industry is not struggling enough with the severity of the European Food Safety Authority’s nutrition and health claims rulings so far, the situation has not been helped by the kind of articles that appeared in the UK press today and...
New cheese ripening process promises to boost profits
Chr. Hansen has developed a new cheese ripening process that it claims will add €1.5m to the profits of an average-size continental dairy.
Chitosan with omega-3 boosts fillet life, nutrition
Coating frozen fish with a mix of chitosan and fish oils can boost shelf life and improve the nutritional load, according to new research on lingcod from the US.
New scheme for Northern food firms tap technology
A new network is aiming to boost the R&D and innovation potential of food firms in the North of England, by providing links to experts in product development, manufacturing and packaging technologies.
UK FSA criticised over Irish pork dioxin crisis
The UK Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) handling the Irish pork dioxin incident last year has come under fire with a majority of industry players levelling stinging criticism at the agency.
Breakthrough offers peanut allergy hope
Scottish scientists have reported a breakthrough that could slash the numbers of fatal cases of serious allergic reactions to peanuts and other foods.
Virginia Dare develops new oil-soluble confectionery flavors
Virginia Dare has developed a new range of oil-soluble flavors for chocolate and compound confectionery coatings.