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Enzymes designed to improve berry juice use

28-Feb-2008 - A new range of enzymes is designed to improve the juice volume and vitamin yield...

Campaigners reject claims GM answer to food prices

21-Feb-2008 - Europe must scrap its biofuel targets to combat the upward spiral of food prices, say...

Rating system will help consumers pick nutrient-rich food

20-Feb-2008 - The use of independent nutrition rating systems being rolled out in scores of US grocery...

SunOpta investors file lawsuits over 'misleading performance'

20-Feb-2008 - Natural food group SunOpta is facing class action law suits alleging overstated earnings and lack...

Selenium bioavailabilty higher from Brazil nuts, says study

15-Feb-2008 - Consuming only two Brazil nuts every day can raise blood selenium levels by about 65...

New cost-cutting farm bill proposal angers industry

14-Feb-2008 - The American Soybean Association (ASA) argues that the new version of the farm bill proposal...

Anthocyanins show potent anti-obesity potential: study

11-Feb-2008 - Anthocyanins, antioxidant pigments from fruit and vegetables, have a "significant potency" against fat cells and...

Western diet pattern 'promotes metabolic syndrome'

08-Feb-2008 - The high calorie, low fibre dietary pattern associated with the Western diet is associated with...

Study backs berries for heart health benefits

08-Feb-2008 - A diet rich in berries may boost levels of good cholesterol and improve blood pressure,...

Scientists test how 'organic' organics are

07-Feb-2008 - Fraud in organic farming may become an increasing concern as the sector experiences rapid year-on-year...

Citrus expansion takes Takasago close to source

06-Feb-2008 - Takasago has unveiled plans to open a new citrus center in Florida, the USA's largest...

Beetroot juice may lower blood pressure: study

06-Feb-2008 - Drinking just 500ml of beetroot juice a day can significantly reduce blood pressure, suggests a...

Potato is best tolerated food, says tester

06-Feb-2008 - The potato is well-tolerated by more than 99 per cent of people, according to a...

Low folate levels may increase dementia risk: study

05-Feb-2008 - Folate deficiency may increase the likelihood of developing dementia by 3.5 times, suggests a new...

Lost African fruits would benefit from technology, says report

04-Feb-2008 - The application of modern horticultural techniques could revive cultivation of traditional fruits in Africa like...

Soft drinks linked to rising gout statistics

01-Feb-2008 - An increased intake of soft drinks and fructose consumption may increase the risk of gout...

Polyphenol-rich fruit protect against Alzheimer's: study

31-Jan-2008 - A diet rich in polyphenol-rich fruit like apples, oranges and bananas may protect against oxidative...

Flavor trends go local, ethnic and healthy

31-Jan-2008 - Trends are set to combine in 2008, with Americanized ethnic flavors and healthy but indulgent...

Cut waste to secure food supply, says food peer

31-Jan-2008 - Radical changes consumer behaviour, especially in rich countries, is crucial to averting a crisis in...

Pomegranate juice boosts sperm quality: study

30-Jan-2008 - Regular consumption of pomegranate juice may enhance the quality and mobility of sperm, suggests a...

Bamboo leaves again show anti-acrylamide potential

29-Jan-2008 - Using an antioxidant-rich extracts from bamboo leaf and green tea could reduce the formation of...

Roundtable targets EU allergen policy revamp

29-Jan-2008 - A roundtable discussion on allergen legislation to be held next month in Italy could spell...

Chiquita banana prices still on the up

28-Jan-2008 - Banana prices in all markets continue to rise for Chiquita as the company attempts to...

Healthy food cost impacts kids choices: study

25-Jan-2008 - Researchers from the UK have identified some of the main barriers to young people adopting...

Bitter taste discovery could lead to palatability boost

24-Jan-2008 - American and Japanese researchers have identified how peptides in food activate human bitter taste receptors,...

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