Berries may reduce risk factors for metabolic disorders
A diet rich in berries may reduce levels of inflammatory markers associated with liver health and metabolic syndrome, says a new study from Finland.
Archives for March 12, 2010
Mane goes Native again with new seafood flavours
French flavour firm Mane is launching a new line of natural seafood flavours, derived largely from-the-named-food and with a high levels of transparency.
CIAA reaffirms per portion labelling position
The EU food industry considers that portion information on the front of packs is helpful to consumers in making food choices, supported by per 100g/ml information on the back of pack.
Niche market untapped for gluten-free pulse sourced crackers, claims R&D centre
Pulse-based, gluten-free crackers have untapped potential both in terms of consumer appeal and health benefits, claim researchers based at a Canadian food processing development centre.
Scientists optimise palm and sunflower oil-based ice cream
Palm and sunflower oil may allow formulation of non-dairy based ice cream with low rates of melting and good structural properties, says new research from Canada.
Battery egg fraudster jailed
The perpetrator of a scam to sell some 36 million battery eggs as free range in the UK has been jailed for three years and ordered to pay hefty fines. The case has prompted the introduction of more stringent traceability measures.
IFT submits product tracing recommendations to FDA
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has made recommendations to the FDA about how industry could better track ingredients, after a food product tracing exercise and study of the supply chain.
Even three-year-olds know brands: Study
Children as young as three recognize and have preferences for different brands, according to new research published in the journal Psychology and Marketing.
China vows further food safety clampdown
China has said its aim this year on food safety is to avoid any major contamination crises as it continues to struggle to impose national standards on food producers and processors.