Banks’ rescue package points the way for food crisis remedies
Question: When is a crisis not a crisis? Answer: When it’s a food crisis. Compare the two responses to failures in the food system and financial markets.
Archives for October 19, 2008
EFSA draft opinion flags need for more nanotech research
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has issued a draft opinion that there are broad uncertainties over the safe use of nanotechnology for foodstuffs, and more research is recommended.
Frutarom steps in for US oral health distribution
Frutarom is to take responsibility for the marketing and distribution of a new probiotic linked to a variety of oral health benefits across North America.
Dispatches from SIAL
New product design for confectionery targets the pleasure axis
Innovations in pleasure and sophistication gained pace from 2006 to 2007, mirrored by the innovative new confectionery product designs highlighted at this year's SIAL food exhibition that opened its doors yesterday in Paris.
Doctors advise more vitamin D for infants
The American Academy of Pediatrics has doubled its advice on vitamin D intake by children and infants to 400 IU per day, on the basis of clinical evidence for the prevention of rickets and deficiency – and possible links with diabetes and cancer prevention.
Chicken proteins may lower blood pressure: Study
Collagen extracted from chicken legs may reduce blood pressure and potentially help against cardiovascular disease, according to a new study from Japan.
Soy boost after melamine scare
Companies are spying opportunities to market soy based products as a replacement to dairy following the melamine milk crisis that hit China and echoed across the globe.
Mars US adopts European-style nutrition labels
Mars is to launch a new front-of-pack labeling system on all of its chocolate, other confectionery and foods amid fresh calls in the US for a labeling overhaul.
Weight management has ‘untapped potential’, says Euromonitor
Manufacturers are hungry for ingredients that can aid weight management, says a new report from Euromonitor, but long-term advantages will only come with legislative approval and consumer education.