Chr Hansen cultures promise texture without the fat
Chr. Hansen has developed six new cultures that it claims can offer yoghurt manufacturers up to 20 per cent more texture.
Archives for September 18, 2006
New GI definitions spark fierce debate
A new set of definitions related to glycemic carbohydrates have been approved by a group of industry and science experts, in an effort designed to help food manufacturers communicate how the carbohydrate content of a product will affect blood glucose...
Salad eaters more likely to get key nutrients
People who eat salads have higher serum levels of vitamins C and E, folic acid, and carotenoids, according to a large study of US adults that suggests these nutrients are well absorbed in the body from raw vegetables.
Health claims adoption blocked by 11th hour hitch
The new European Nutrition and Health Claims Regulation hit an unexpected barrier to its adoption yesterday, since it was found to contain the wrong comitology procedure. Rectifying the oversight could take months and may re-open debate on nutrient...
Purac creates calcium for Asia's soymilk makers
Dutch lactic acid firm Purac is developing a product to fortify soymilks with calcium, helping companies offer a better alternative to milk.
Black cohosh safety rep boosted by court decision
Liver safety concerns surrounding black cohosh may be mitigated, with a US District Court's dismissal of a product liability lawsuit against two manufacturers of the herbal, and the testimony of the plaintiff's experts.
MediMush seeks novel foods nod for shiitake beta-glucan
Danish company MediMush is seeking to introduce a new shiitake mushrooms source of beta-glucan for dietary supplements sold in the EU, and has sought substantial equivalence status under the bloc's novel foods legislation.
CRN funds self-regulation move
The CRN has announced it is funding a federal advertising body to monitor advertising for dietary supplements as part of the overall aim of encouraging the industry to self-regulate.
Vietnam 'star performer' for functional food ingredients
Vietnam, one of the fastest-growing economies in south-east Asia, is proving to be one of the most attractive markets for producers of vitamins and minerals.
Folate, colorectal cancer study could sway fortification debate
A new study from Sweden suggests that low folate levels may exert a protective effect against colorectal cancer, a finding that could have some bearing on discussions over mandatory folic acid fortification in Europe.