Bright future for Chinese cheese
China's biggest domestic cheese producer, Bright Dairy, has invested in a new production line for sliced cheese to increase its profits from this growing, niche market.
Archives for July 5, 2006
Chilli compound could hold hope against arthritis pain
Scientists in the UK are set to investigate how capsaicin, the compound gives red chilli pepper it heat, could combat inflammation in arthritis.
Scientists to probe food's nano-structure to optimise ingredients
Scientists in Australia are "dragging food science into the 21st century" by using neutrons to probe the molecular structure of food and ingredients, and changes that occur during processing.
Survey suggests a quarter of food cos are missing the health boat
The health and wellness trend in foods has moved well beyond the niche sector to become a major driving force in mainstream foods, according to Chr Hanson, but a recent survey showed that a quarter of companies are missing out for want of a strategy.
Pharmachem formalizes foray into food and beverages
Mainstream food companies' increasing interest in health has prompted Pharmachem Laboratories to tap the potential for use of its dietary supplement ingredients in food and beverage products and establish a food and beverage-focused New Business Group.
Med diet better than low-fat for heart health says "landmark" trial
Eating a Mediterranean diet with extra nuts or olive oil is significantly better for heart health than a low-fat diet, says a "landmark" clinical trial from Spain.
Health Canada urges safer gelatin for caps after BSE
Health Canada is calling on natural health product manufacturers to replace what is frequently bovine-sourced gelatin, a decision that coincides with a new case of "mad-cow disease" in the country.
ESA affirms commitment to healthy, nutritious snacks
Europe's savoury snacks industry last week pledged its commitment to nutrition and health and tackling obesity - but switching off advertising is not seen as an effective solution to driving change in the market.
CRN authors risk assessments for CoQ10, carotenoids, creatine
CRN has authored risk assessments for coenzyme Q10, the carotenoids lutein and lycopene, and creatine monohydrate - giving both companies and consumers vital information on safe dosage levels that was previously non-existent.