Mars: Sterol chocolate reduces cholesterol levels
An industry sponsored, peer reviewed study has found consuming chocolate containing plant sterols and cocoa flavanols can lower cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Archives for March 27, 2008
Enzymotec inks Nordic distribution deal
Israeli supplier Enzymotec has entered into an agreement with Danish raw materials and ingredients supplier, Alsiano Pharma, to distribute its lipid-based ingredients throughout Scandinavia.
Cargill launches system for chewy-creamy ice cream
Cargill has developed a new functional system for the creation of frozen desserts and lollies with a chewy-creamy texture, a concept that could engender much innovation amongst manufacturers.
Sensible luxury the key to new age of boomers
A new study of consumers approaching their 70s indicates that the spending habits of this powerful 'baby boom' consumer group are set to shift - once again.
Red wine antioxidant may kill cancer cells
The antioxidant resveratrol, found in grape skins and red wine, can cripple the function of pancreatic cancer cells while sensitising them to chemotherapy, says new research.