PepsiCo dives into functional drinks with Ardea
PepsiCo's bottling arm has bought up US functional drinks maker Ardea Beverage, as the iconic soft drinks firm positions itself for growth on the functional drinks market.
Archives for January 23, 2006
Health claims move closer but big issues remain
Debate over the proposed EU regulation on nutrition and health claims for food products is likely to heat up in the first half of 2006 as the EU parliament revises its timetable and shunts the process forward by several months.
Caffeine blunts blood flow to heart during exercise
Drinking caffeine drinks appears to stifle the body's ability to boost blood flow to the heart during exercise, suggests new research out of Switzerland.
Mineral maker hunting for acquisition
Israeli minerals maker Gadot Biochemicals is seeking an acquisition in Europe or the US to expand its health ingredients business.
Natural not always best, say scientists
In the past few years, there has been a tremendous upsurge in interest in natural products as part of a general trend towards healthier consumer lifestyles. But a report due out this week will warn that some natural products can pose a health risk.
Fish oils cool anger levels
Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may mitigate aggressive behavior in substance abusers, suggest researchers.