Slim-Fast sales slip but brand rebuilds
The weight management sector may be booming but Unilever's flagship diet brand, Slim-Fast, is experiencing sliding sales as consumers continue to associate it with old-school dieting habits.
Archives for July 28, 2008
FDA survey supports low lead levels in supplements
Concerns over lead exposure for at risk groups, such as children and pregnant women, appear unfounded, according to a new survey from FDA.
Vitamin C-rich diet may slash diabetes risk
Increased blood levels of vitamin C may reduce the risk of developing diabetes by 62 per cent, says a new study from Cambridge.
Coagulant designed to meet clean label dairy demand
A new coagulant product can ensure a preservative-free, cost effective enzyme for use in cheese production, according to its manufacturer.
Special edition: Natural colours
Natural colours catching up with synthetic
Colours derived from natural sources look set to overtake synthetic alternatives in market value as manufacturers continue to meet the rising demand for clean label ingredients.
Vitamins propel DSM to strongest ever quarter
DSM has upped its full-year profit forecast by €100m to almost €1bn after recording its strongest ever quarter on the back of a robust performance from its Nutrition cluster, and in particular its vitamins portfolio.
Hot topic
Organics - fad or the future?
Organic food has been one of the biggest trends in the food sector in recent years. FoodNavigator is seeking your views on whether organics have staying power, or whether consumers will lose interest over time.
FMC announces latest hydrocolloid acquisition
FMC Corporation has strengthened its hold in the hydrocolloid market and entered into an agreement to acquire CoLiving Food Ingredients, based in Guangzhou, China to serve the rapidly growing dairy market there.