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Food sector at the forefront of sustainability, says Oxfam

20-Nov-2009 - specialist, but they face more risks in catering to demand for ethically-produced products than retailers. ... specialist, but they face more risks in catering to demand for ethically-produced products than retailers. ... and room for innovation in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). But FMCG companies also bear the most risks

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FSA announces GM steering group members

18-Nov-2009 - 12-month project designed to uncover consumer understanding of GM and its potential risks

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French safety agency perplexed over 'metallic' pine nut

17-Nov-2009 - . The DGCCRF called on Afssa to evaluate the risk linked to eating pine nuts that have this mysterious taste

Calorie guidance could be too low, says SACN

16-Nov-2009 - to comment on the scientific content of the report only, and not on the risk management aspects

EFSA lowers ADI for three Southampton colours

13-Nov-2009 - asked the risk assessor to prioritise a review of the safety evidence for these six colours, as part

CASH turns spotlight on salty sauces

12-Nov-2009 - linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Graham McGregor, CASH

Fructose sweeteners may promote Syndrome X

09-Nov-2009 - glucose and insulin metabolism. The syndrome has been linked to increased risks of both type 2 diabetes statistic is estimated to be a whopping 32 per cent. Obesity is established to be the main risk factor

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Private-sector forum seeks solution to world hunger

06-Nov-2009 - companies involved in all aspects of the food chain to exchange views about the challenges and risks of a

Smart salt distribution can cut salt without extra additives

06-Nov-2009 - and related health risks in populations. In countries like the UK, Ireland and the USA, over 80 per cent

Move away from Western diet to reduce disease risk, says study

04-Nov-2009 - Move away from Western diet to reduce disease risk, says study ... the risk of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease. The study adds to previous studies

Vitamin D deficiency linked directly to heart disease

20-Nov-2009 - the previous studies have demonstrated links between vitamin D deficiency and risk factors related to heart with Vitamin D deficiency to determine for sure whether it can reduce the risk of heart disease,” added

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WTO to investigate EU ban on US poultry

20-Nov-2009 - not pose a risk to human health," said the US statement to the WTO. The delegation said

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Folic acid study misleads claims supplement industry

19-Nov-2009 - A recent study linking folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer ... A recent study linking folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer ... of this study should be that smoking increases the risk of lung cancer. The study found that a total of 94 per nd quartile of serum folate levels (3.8-10.6 ng/mL) had the lowest incidence and risk of colorectal

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US food safety bill enters final lap

19-Nov-2009 - facilities that manufacture, process, pack or hold food to have risk-based preventive control plans in place of foreign suppliers and imported food. The FDA can demand certification for high-risk foods, and to deny

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Folic acid supplements lift cancer risk: Study

18-Nov-2009 - Folic acid supplements lift cancer risk: Study ... folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer, according to the lead scientist who ... folic acid and vitamin B12 supplements with higher risks of cancer, according to the lead scientist who ... the link between folic acid and vitamin B12 and the enhanced risk of cancer, said Dr Ebbing. Writing between high folic acid intakes and increased risks of cancer can not be ruled out and called for closer

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Heart-health benefits of omega-3s depend on how fish is cooked: Study

18-Nov-2009 - to your risk. We did not directly compare boiled or baked fish vs. fried fish, but one can tell from the (risk) ratios, boiled or baked fish is in the protective direction but not fried fish." Genetic

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Committee grills Nestle and Kellogg on salt reduction

18-Nov-2009 - Canadians are facing unnecessarily high risks of hypertension, heart disease and even stomach cancer because

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Probiotics intake beneficial against infections in kids: study

17-Nov-2009 - Lactobacillus GG (LGG) can decrease the risk of upper respiratory tract infections including ... Lactobacillus GG (LGG) can decrease the risk of upper respiratory tract infections including ... risk of upper respiratory tract, a reduced risk of respiratory tract infections lasting longer than of days with respiratory symptoms. However, they noted that there was no risk reduction in regard

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Child food allergies on the rise in the US

17-Nov-2009 - . Food processors must follow good manufacturing practices (GMPs) to reduce the risk of allergen enforcement of labeling laws as well as additional regulation.” Risk perception They added

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Bisphenol A link to male sexual dysfunction challenged

17-Nov-2009 - that found that those exposed to BPA had quadruple the risk of erectile dysfunction and seven times more risk Reproduction, the study, “Occupational Exposure to Bisphenol–A (BPA) and the Risk of Self–Reported Male Sexual

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