Xylitol’s efficacy in fighting tooth decay ‘unproven’
There is little evidence to prove natural sweetener xylitol prevents tooth decay in children and adults despite an EFSA-backed health claim, says a Cochrane review.
Archives for March 26, 2015
Belgian court rules against 'misleading' Alpro soy product
Alpro’s use of the term ‘yoghurt variant’ for its soy- and plant-based products is misleading and must be removed, a Belgian court has ruled.
dispatches from Food Vision, Cannes
Salty, sour, spicy, bitter: Will soft drinks ever go beyond sweet?
Will ‘sweet’ always be superior in the soft drink category? Or will consumers embrace the whole world of senses and suss out alternative tastes?
Sugar confectioners finding heart with tin packaging, says Crown
More sugar confectioners are turning to metal packaging to convey a premium image, according to packaging supplier Crown.
On its own, fiber lacks sex appeal; add protein and it's bang on trend...
The recommended daily fiber intake is 25-30g, but most Americans get only about half that amount, according to the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, which notes that aside from gut health benefits, fiber may also “play a role in preventing coronary...
Australia
Sydney overtaking Melbourne as Australia’s coffee king capital
Melbourne might be famous for being the starting point for Australia’s coffee revolution a decade ago, it is now being challenged by Sydney to become the country’s most caffeine-crazed city.
China
GNT signs China distributor for anticipated Asian growth in colour
Food colouring major GNT has appointed AAFUD Group as its distributor for the Chinese market as as it looks to ramp up its presence in Asia-Pacific.
Heinz Kraft merger: Synergies and cost cutting
The super-merger of Heinz and Kraft is less about synergies and more about cutting costs, analysts have said.
From the lab to real-world application: Scientific insights are vital to innovation
Consumer-centric innovation must be coupled with real-world scientific insights that explain how to best deliver nutrition to those that need it, says Lucozade’s senior sports scientist.
dispatches from Anuga FoodTec 2015
Ecolab refocuses clean foaming system
Ecolab will launch foam cleaners from June as part of its rebrand of the products in Europe.
UK processor invests £27m in ‘intelligent’ deboning
A £27 million investment will create 209 jobs at UK meat processor Dunbia’s headquarters in Dungannon, Northern Ireland.
DDW announces new production site in Ireland
Colours company DD Williamson (DDW) has announced expansion plans with the opening of a new production site in Cork, Ireland.
Super Bowl ad a win for Mexican avocados
Two months following the premiere of the first-ever fresh produce TV advertisement during the Super Bowl as part of a $46 million marketing campaign, Avocados From Mexico (AFM) says its big investment is paying off as avocado imports are up by record...
‘Normal but better’ is the key to driving innovation and development: Waitrose
Aiming to source and develop foods that have subtle points of difference from the competition in terms of quality or product offering is the key to innovation and new product development at UK retail chain Waitrose.
Choco Treasure brings whimsy of chocolate wrapped toys to U.S. legally
Thanks to a little ingenuity, Candy Treasure has brought to the U.S. legally a line of much-loved chocolate surprise eggs and sports balls filled with whimsical small toys that, until now, FDA and the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned in America.
Study: UK dietary food guidelines could cut heart attack risk
Following the UK dietary guidelines could reduce the risk of heart attacks in middle-aged and older men and women by up to 30%=, say researchers.
Danish Crown teams up with Westfleisch on deboning
A new joint venture (JV) has been formed through the partnership of Danish Crown and Westfleisch, focused on the deboning and sales of sow meat.
International meat packer reveals profit increase
Pre-tax profits are up at Hilton Food Group despite "challenging market conditions", the meat processor has announced.