Green S ADI unchanged, specifications may need updating
EFSA has found no reasons to adjust the ADI for Green S despite the lack of genotoxicity data, but suggests that specifications may be required.
Archives for November 24, 2010
Dispatches from HIE 2010
Inside Cargill’s sterols and beta glucan thinking
Henry Hussell, the head of marketing, Europe at Cargill Health and Nutrition, acknowledges the development of its plant sterols and beta glucan has been slower than many expected – but that doesn’t mean the agrofood giant has lost faith in them.
General Mills most likely Yoplait winner, says analyst
Nestlé is unlikely to acquire Yoplait according to an industry analyst, who predicts that General Mills would be the eventual winner of the yoghurt business.
Kellogg and Covance enter seven-year food safety partnership
Kellogg’s has entered into a seven-year food safety testing agreement with Covance, which has completed construction of its Nutritional and Food Safety Laboratory in Battle Creek, Michigan.
Americans struggle to stick to added sugars advice
Despite industry reduction efforts, Americans still far exceed recommended limits for intake of added sugars, consuming an average of 475 calories’ worth per day, according to the American Heart Association.
Six more companies join National Salt Reduction Initiative
Another six companies have joined the National Salt Reduction Initiative, boosting the New York City-led program intended to cut salt in packaged and restaurant foods across the United States by 25 percent in five years.
Danone to buy YoCream for $103m
Danone has signed an agreement to acquire YoCream, the leading producer of frozen yogurt in the US, for $103m.
Plant extracts may act as low sodium salt replacer: Study
A low salt substitute from plants could be used to reduce levels of sodium in food products by around 43 per cent, without affecting salty tastes, according to new a new study.
Encapsulation may slow fat digestion: Unilever R&D
Encapsulating oils with alginates may slow the digestion of the lipids in the intestines and help formulate foods with controlled fat release and weight management potential, says a new study from Unilever R&D Colworth.
Danisco adds clear versions to xanthan gum line
Danisco has added to its line of high performance Grinsted xanthan gums with new transparent versions opening up its use in applications like dressings and beverages where clarity is required.