Coffee researchers identify stomach friendly ingredient
New research into the causes of stomach problems sometimes experienced by coffee drinkers has uncovered an ingredient that could pave the way for gentler brews.
Archives for March 23, 2010
United Biscuits set to 'raise the bar' on green targets
Leading UK manufacturer of biscuits and snacks United Biscuits said it is reappraising its water efficiency, transport carbon emissions, food waste and packaging reduction targets, as its progress to date on these commitments, it claims, has exceeded...
Looking forward to future food safety reform
Now that Congress has finally reached a conclusion on health care reform, could food safety reform be a little closer? Director of food safety solutions at DNV Kathy Wybourn thinks so.
Gluten-free trend could fall like ‘a house of cards’
The mainstream adoption of gluten-free diets is a movement on the way out, according to trends forecaster Suzy Badaracco, president of Culinary Tides.
Facing the challenge of clean label demands
There has been increasing interest from food manufacturers in 'clean label' ingredients, but what does clean label actually mean?
Health Canada allows synthetic caffeine into more soft drinks
Health Canada has given beverage makers more freedom to add caffeine to their products after extending the authorised use of the stimulant to all carbonated drinks.
Meat and dairy intakes not linked to climate change
Reducing intakes of meat and dairy may not alter changes in the climate and would only lead to hunger, a US-based air quality expert has said.
Italy targets salt reduction to counter high intakes
A salt strategy to involve collaboration with food manufacturers is underway in Italy, as evidence mounts that men are consuming levels above current recommendations.