Cholesterolimbroglio: Inside an EU claims mess
On September 1 a Hamburg court will on the case brought by FoodWatch against Unilever over marketing for its cholesterol-lowering margarine Becel pro.activ.
Archives for August 12, 2015
Asia in Focus
The male grooming revolution is on its way with Japan's ‘joshiryoku danshi’
Joshiryoku danshi refers to a generation of young Japanese men who aren't interested in a traditional masculine role but rather invest their time and money on 'feminine activities' like shopping and beauty routines.
Nestlé beats H1 sales growth target, but sees profits slip
Better-than-expected first-half sales growth has allowed the world’s biggest food company, Nestlé, to confirm its 2015 outlook despite poor exchange rates leading to decreased profits.
Calcium & magnesium reduce risk of metabolic syndrome: 9000-strong study
Calcium and magnesium may reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome – but men need above and beyond recommended levels for this effect, say researchers.
87% of consumers globally think non-GMO is ‘healthier’. But where’s the evidence?
A large consumer study* from market researcher Health Focus International spanning 16 major consumer markets includes this pretty jaw-dropping statistic: 87% of consumers globally think non-GMO foods are ‘somewhat’, or ‘a lot’ healthier.
Investor blasts Omega Protein's human nutrition diversification plans, calls for breakup, sale of company
Omega Protein Corporation has received a harsh critique of its diversification strategy from a major investor. Wynnefield Partners filed a Form 13D with the Securities and Exchange Commission calling for the company to seek alternatives—up to and...
Even sans smoke, there's still fire in NYAG affair, expert says
The heat surrounding the NYAG affair may have abated somewhat. But an expert in investigations conducted by the offices of state attorneys general said the episode is far from over.
Nutrigenomix expands access to personalized nutrition, outlines opportunities for manufacturers
University of Toronto start-up Nutrigenomix is a pioneer in the personalized nutrition space that is helping consumers understand how variations in their genes influence their bodies’ response to food, beverages and supplements, and in doing so is...