Dispatches from IFT
Recession could create innovation opportunities
In today’s challenging economy, large companies are increasingly looking to buy innovative finished products rather than developing their own, says Blue Pacific CEO Donald Wilkes.
Archives for June 16, 2009
Summit shows EU health claims change not coming, says ERNA
Shane Starling met with Patrick Coppens, the secretary general of the European Responsible Nutrition Alliance (ERNA), after the European Food Safety Authority’s (EFSA) article 13.5 and 14 health claim stakeholders meeting on Monday in Brussels.
Fake Red Bull under investigation
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) is investigating several companies that may be responsible for importing and distributing energy drinks into the US that breach trademarks and copyright of market leader, Red Bull.
UK listeria cases soar as over 60s ignore “use by” dates
Incidents of listeria in the UK have doubled over the past decade as research reveals elderly people are more likely to expose themselves to the bacteria by eating food beyond its “use by” date.
Nutrition vs Cost: Survey outlines consumer priorities
Over half of Americans are willing to spend more on healthier versions of food, but price remains a barrier for some, according to a new online survey.
Science supports dairy calcium for weight loss
Increased intakes of calcium can increase excretion of fat in the faeces, and may play a role in weight management and preventing weight gain, says a review of the science.
EFSA: Health claims summit ‘very successful’
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) says the detailed guidance it gave to industry at Monday’s technical health claims meeting will ensure “shared, mutual understanding” in the health claims evaluation process.