Millet, amaranth, and quinoa deemed gluten free: Study
Research investigating the immune reactivity of tef, millet, amaranth, and quinoa has confirmed their safety in the diet of celiac disease patients.
Archives for August 7, 2011
Feihe sells dairy farms in China
Feihe International Inc., formerly known as the American Dairy, has announced that it intends to sell its two dairy farms in China to a Chinese Investment Company.
Kids seeing fewer TV ads for sweets and snacks, study finds
The number of TV advertisements US children see for high-fat, salty and sugary foods and beverages has declined in recent years – but the majority of kids’ TV food advertising is still for less healthy choices, according to new research.
Fresh ideas to stay fresh: Bran may extend bakery shelf-life
Bran may help extend the shelf-life of bakery products like cakes, and enhance the taste profile, according to results of a new study from Greece.
Cranberry price fluctuates at 8th Ocean Spray auction
Ocean Spray saw price fluctuations compared to May auction levels as the cranberry leader sold 148,750 gallons of concentrate at its eighth auction since switching to the sales system in 2009.
Senomyx: New sucrose enhancer could help firms slash sugar by 50 percent
A novel sucrose enhancer that could help firms slash sugar in products by up to 50 percent has been moved into the development phase at San-Diego-based flavor innovator Senomyx.
Monster Energy maker: Continued growth of energy drinks ‘remarkable’
The US energy drinks sector is continuing to generate ”quite remarkable” growth despite the depressing economic climate and high gas prices, according to the owner of Monster Energy drinks and Worx Energy shots.
Survey shows sharp rise in awareness of pre- and probiotics
Consumer awareness of the benefits of prebiotic fibers and probiotics for digestive health has risen steadily in the US over the past five years, according to a new survey into functional foods.
Beneo gets approval for oligofructose in India
The Beneo-Institute (Gmbh) has said that its prebiotic fibre, oligofructose, has been approved for use for more products in India, having previously approved for use in bakery items.
GLG sets up China unit for Stevia, launches first product line
GLG Life Tech Corporation has moved fast after a patent approval in China last month to set up a local unit for Stevia formulations and then introducing the company’s first product line.