Arla announces three-step product development programme
Arla Foods Ingredients has announced a new three-step hands-on programme for working with food manufacturers on product development, from conception to large-scale trials and commercialisation.
Archives for November 2, 2009
Sugary foods could increase risk of high blood pressure: Study
High consumption of sugary foods and beverages could increase the risk of hypertension, according to a study presented at the American Society of Nephrology’s Annual Meeting in San Diego last week.
Call for more education on Canadian nutrition labeling
Most Canadians use on-pack nutrition labeling as their primary source of nutritional information but many need to interpret it better, according to a study from the Canadian Council of Food and Nutrition.
EFSA publishes draft guidance for flavours assessment
EFSA has given the first indication of the data it sees as necessary for approval of new flavourings, under the new regulation and common authorisation procedure that came into force this year.
Processed food could have role in depression, says study
People reporting a high consumption of processed foods could be more likely to experience depression in middle age, says a new study that suggests food should play a greater role in preventing depressive disorders.
Salt reduction may also benefit bone health
Switching over to low-salt products may also benefit bone health by reducing calcium loss, suggests a new study from Australia.
Misplaced letter could cost $1.26bn in bottled water case
PepsiCo has lost a $1.26bn case after a misplaced letter meant the drinks giant failed to turn up in court.
Clinical trials are EFSA’s fool’s gold
There’s gold to be found in them health claims mountains, but prospectors from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) must be happy with the little chunks that add up to a lot, and stop searching for nuggets the size of your fist.
New method to inhibit E. coli in sprouts
A treatment method using supercritical carbon dioxide (SC-CO2) can help ensure the safety of fresh produce such as alfalfa seeds in terms of Listeria, Salmonella and E. coli contamination, claims new research.