Archives for February 7, 2007

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A drink to turn on your sex life

By  staff reporter

A new 'energy' drink containing an array of natural herbs claims it can help consumers improve their performance in the bedroom.

Confectioners urged to target French sugar-free market

By  Catherine Boal

Opportunities are rife within the French confectionery sector for those manufacturers willing to invest in innovation targeted at European consumers, according to a report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Canada unveils new dietary guidelines

By  Lorraine Heller

Health Canada this week updated the country's food guide for the first time in over a decade to provide the "best, most current information available for eating well and living healthy," according to Canada's health minister Tony Clement.

Codex additive levels up for debate once more, warns IADSA

By  Jess Halliday

The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) is highlighting the need for industry to engage in debate over levels of additives in supplements under Codex guidelines to prevent the setting of levels too low for technical...

Orange supply, price squeeze set for relief?

By  Lorraine Heller

Orange prices in the US have shot up in the past few years on the back of an unexpected supply squeeze, but Florida's production potential could mean things will soon start to look up, according to some industry experts.

Canadian regulations hamper functional food innovation

By  Clarisse Douaud

A Canadian industry association has singled out functional foods as a potentional savior of the country's manufacturing sector. However, it insists Canada will miss out on this unless its heavy regulatory environment is loosened.