Special K global rebrand set for 2015
Kellogg will overhaul Special K next year to pull the failing brand away from its weight management focus, the company CEO says.
Archives for October 31, 2014
DuPont: ‘We will launch 4000 products by 2020’
DuPont’s nutrition & health division will play a big part in the launch of 4000 food-related products in the next six years, its chief said as the company celebrated 50 years at its Brabrand base in Aarhus, Denmark yesterday.
Danone to acquire 25% stake in Chinese infant formula firm Yashili
French dairy Danone has agreed to acquire a 25% stake in Chinese infant formula firm Yashili International for HK$4.389bn (US$565m, €450m).
International Probiotics Association to relocate to US; reigning chief resigns
The International Probiotics Association (IPA) is relocating to an unconfirmed US location from Europe in November. The group will replace executive director, Ioannis Misopoulos, who will remain in Switzerland.
Theo Innovations debuts flavanol-rich cocoa extract
Seattle-based Theo Chocolate has launched the first functional ingredient from its subsidiary Theo Innovations. Called Violetamine, the product is an extract of cocoa high in polyphenols and theobromine.
Calcium supplementation could prevent reduced bone density in active post-menopausal women: Study
Calcium supplementation (Marigot’s Aquamin) could prevent exercise-associated bone density reduction in post-menopausal women, according to an American study.
Bran more effective than whole grain in alleviating obesity symptoms: Study
Supplementation with finger millet bran may help alleviate symptoms of obesity like oxidative stress, inflammation and gut microbial imbalances, according to mice research published in the British Journal of Nutrition.
GNC CEO: ‘We're going to be offering far more plant-based and nature-based proteins in our store’
Supplements retailing giant GNC is undertaking a ‘reset’ with an increased focus on natural, organic and vegan-vegetarian consumers, while also boosting its plant protein offerings, says the company’s new CEO.
Growth in China, stagnation in US means Usana is now 'essentially an Asian company,' analyst says
Usana Health Sciences recorded a sales decline in the United States in its Q3 2014 earnings statement that was more than offset by rapid growth in China. The numbers have become so lopsided that one analyst said “essentially you're are an Asian company...