Omega-3 EPA linked to improved gullet health
An increased intake of the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) may improve the fatty acid levels composition in the gullet, and reduce the risk of cancer, suggests a new study.
Archives for April 15, 2008
Peanuts and chocolate point to greater soy beverage potential
Greater acceptability for soy beverages could be achieved by formulating with peanut proteins and flavour masking with chocolate, suggests a new study from the US.
Southampton study causing supplements rethink
Food supplements manufacturers may have to reformulate thousands of products aimed at both children and adults if calls for bans on the use of certain artificial colours become reality.
Cargill benefits from commodity price surge
Cargill has reported strong growth for its third financial quarter, largely due to increased demand for agricultural commodities in developing countries as well as swelling global energy needs.
FDA stiffs $100,000 worth of 'natural' erectile drugs
Dietary supplements worth more than $100,000 have been seized by the FDA for making inappropriate pharmaceutical claims and containing unauthorized ingredients.
Increased innovation puts Danisco in patent top 10
Long term R&D strategies look to be paying off as Danisco is recognised as being one of the strongest patentees compared with other companies in the food sector.
FSA issues health claims guidance
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a detailed 81-page document advising companies on how to negotiate the various European Commission processes involved in health claims submission, approval and application.
Fonterra develops online trading for dairy commodities
Fonterra is launching a new online sales channel for its dairy commodities which will allow it to respond more quickly to price changes - and may spur the development of an international dairy futures or derivatives market.