Protein mix could increase emulsion stability
New research suggests that mixing different protein emulsifiers could create more stable emulsions – reducing the need for surfactants.
Archives for August 16, 2010
Senomyx and PepsiCo collaborate on sweetness enhancement
California-based flavor firm Senomyx has entered into a four-year partnership with PepsiCo in order to develop sweetness enhancers and natural high-intensity sweeteners for new PepsiCo products.
ADM, Cargill et al stand to benefit from Russian grain ban
The Russian ban on grain exports will boost profits at ADM, Cargill and Viterra in the coming months, according to credit ratings agency Moody’s.
Review finds reasons for standardised welfare labelling
Welfare labelling of animal-based products and reliable monitoring methods could help meet growing demand for specific consumer segments, and promote higher incomes for those welfare food supply, according to a review.
Puratos launches chocolate-based healthy snacking recipes
Puratos has combined ingredients from its three sectors – bakery, patisserie and chocolate – to develop new ‘healthy snacking’ concepts for its customers in the food industry.
Too much red meat may boost heart failure risk
Eating too much red meat may increase the risk of heart failure by 24 per cent, according to a data from American male physicians.
Special edition: Meat substitutes
Where’s the beef? The cutting edge of meat substitute innovation
Vegetarian protein options have come a long way from the once-ubiquitous lentils and tofu as food scientists have stepped up to the challenge of creating innovative meat substitutes.
Study warns of limitations to chocolate's heart health benefits
An observational study analysing the eating habits of 31,823 women suggests that only moderate consumption of high quality chocolate has a positive impact on heart failure risk.
Swiss group to increase global presence
Swiss food group Aryzta have announced the full purchase of Canadian bakery firm Maidstone Bakeries.
Norovirus, salmonella most common causes of foodborne illness
Norovirus and salmonella caused the most reported foodborne illness outbreaks in the United States in 2007, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Foreign investment helps drive Indian food processing sector
Direct foreign investment in the Indian food processing industry rocketed 175 per cent during 2009-10 to reach $279.33m and now plays an important role in developing the sector, according to the national government.