EFSA to judge almost 3000 health claims by 2010
Pan-European health and nutrition claims moved a step closer to reality after 2870 claims were delivered to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for assessment by January, 2010.
Archives for August 6, 2008
Oil not subsidies behind corn prices hikes
Biofuel subsidies should not be singled out for blame when it comes to rising corn prices, as the underlying driver is the high cost of oil, according to a new study commissioned by the Farm Foundation.
What drives the kids’ functional food market, report
The children’s functional food and beverage market in the US is expected to see strong growth on the back of increased interest in kids’ health, with major areas of focus including obesity, hyperactivity, brain function, gut health and immunity, says a...
Scientists put bergamot waste to use in juices
A study indicates that bergamot juice could be used to fortify fruit juice in place of synthetic additives, opening up a potential new use for a by-product of the essential oil industry.
Is satiety the new salt, sugar and fat reduction?
Market researcher Leatherhead Food International (LFI) says satiety foods are growing in popularity but that manufacturers need to be careful not to alienate consumers.
Protient expands whey protein capacity
Minnesota-based Protient has said it will expand its whey protein isolate (WPI) capacity in order to meet increased customer demand for the ingredient.
Beverage groups keeping hands clean amidst ‘greenwash’ attacks
Despite recent attacks on the environmental marketing of some beverages, drink and food manufacturers remain relatively behind other sectors in the practice of misleading green claims, says a marketing expert.