Anheuser-Busch accused of 'illegal' alcohol labels
Beverage giant Anheuser-Busch has been called on to cease marketing of its Spykes malt-based beverages, which have been accused of carrying 'illegal' warning labels.
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Ireland dishes out funds for dairy research
A range of development projects, from functional dairy proteins to cheddar cheese, will benefit from a multi-million euro investment in Ireland's dairy industry, the country's government has announced.
Study links obesity to protein in infant formula
The results of the EU Childhood Obesity Programme indicate that low-protein content in infant formula may have metabolic, endocrinal and developmental benefits for babies - which may also have an impact on obesity at a later age.
Solanic fosters debate on potato protein functionality
Solanic is planning a one-day debate on the potential benefits of vegetable protein and whether functional barriers that presently lead some companies to plump for animal protein may be overcome.
Bernard Matthews' bird flu payout criticised
The UK turkey producer at the centre of an avian influenza outbreak earlier this year is to be compensated nearly £600,000 (€885,000) despite receiving criticism in an official report published yesterday.
Salt reduction may slash heart disease risk - study
Cutting salt intake may slash the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 35 per cent, says a new multi-centre study from a group of leading US universities.