Fat intake could be link to diabetes
Intake of animal fat may be linked to the outcome of type 2 diabetes, according to researches studying subjects from a Mediterranean population.
Archives for February 13, 2003
Soya could be harmful to infants
Researchers are advising pregnant mothers not to eat soya after an animal study found that genistein, a phytoestrogen present in soy, severely damaged the sexual development of infant rats. A report on the findings in this week's New Scientist shows...
Alpro steps up UK marketing
Belgian soyfoods maker Alpro is set to launch a major marketing campaign in the UK in an attempt to attract new customers, without food intolerances, to its products. But Datamonitor analysts highlight some key problems with this approach.
GRAS for cholesterol-lowering ingredient
Finnish company Teriaka has received GRAS status from the US FDA for its cholesterol-lowering ingredient Diminicol. The award is expected to strengthen the firm's position both in the US and other functional food markets.
Record results for Balchem
Encapsulates company Balchem reported a 30 per cent increase in sales for 2002 this week, up to $60.2 million. Growth in both its core units also brought a 45 per cent increase in its net income to $7.4 million, the Baltimore-based company said.
BioGaia extends licensing agreement with Kraft
The Swedish probiotics supplier BioGaia said yesterday it has extended its licensing agreement with Kraft Foods Spain division, which uses the Reuteri in its Mama Louise soft cheese brand.
Boots ends complementary health offer
UK pharmacy and healthcare retailer Boots announced this week that it will end trials of complementary health services in its stores, after they failed to attract enough demand.
Metagenics launches nutrition bar
California-based Metagenics has introduced a soy-based nutrition bar under its UltraMeal brand for people with 'altered body composition', or excess body fat.