Use sustainability to boost organics, says analyst
Organic food producers should focus on the sustainable profile of their products if they are to maintain consumer interest in a flagging market, say analysts.
Archives for May 20, 2010
New milk-based drinks needed for young people, says panel
The dairy industry should step up efforts to develop healthy milk-based drinks that appeal to young people, according to a new panel created by The Dairy Council in the UK.
Comax sweetness enhancer responds to lower-sugar demand
Comax Flavors claims to have ‘set a new standard’ for sweetness enhancers for foods and beverages with the latest addition to its Max FlavorLab range of enhancers.
Nutter’s soda tax shelved as Philadelphia passes budget
Philadelphia City Council has shelved a proposed soda tax in the state, as it passed a $3.9bn budget on Thursday.
Consumers trade off health in on-the-go snacking
On-the-go consumers tend to take a ‘debit/credit’ approach to the snack items they choose, suggesting that health will often take a back seat, according to a new survey.
UK government pledges greater regulation of grocery sector
The UK’s new coalition government said it intends to increase regulatory oversight of the nation’s grocery sector, under policy plans unveiled in a 34-page programme document released yesterday.
Randomness may be key to reduced sugar products
Uneven distribution of sugar in a food may allow formulators to reduce the sugar content of foods without detrimentally affecting the sweetness of the finished product, Dutch researchers report.
Probiotics again show potential for IBS relief
Daily supplements of Lactobacillus plantarum 299v may reduce the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) like abdominal pain and bloating, says new research from Institut Rosell.