Archives for September 2, 2008

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Chocolatiers dip into cocoa bank to identify flavor profiles

By Sarah Hills

The owner of the confectionary company Chocolove has joined an expert taste panel to identify the unique flavors of different cocoa plants as part of a preservation project which could see old varieties of cocoa re-introduced to the market.

High protein breakfast could aid weight loss

By Sarah Hills

Eating more protein in the morning helps create the feeling of being full throughout the day and could help dieters lose weight, according to a new study.

ABF may be interested in Ebro sugar buy

By Jess Halliday and Shane Starling

Associated British Foods is not discounting rumours that it is interested in acquiring Ebro Puleva’s sugar division, saying it is a logical market conclusion that it would be in the frame.

LycoRed tomato extract gets US heart health patent

By Lorraine Heller

Israel-based LycoRed has received a US patent for the atherosclerosis-inhibiting properties of its tomato extract, which the firm says adds to the network of support for its ingredient’s heart health benefits.

EU regulations attract global attention

By Shane Starling

Imperfect as they may be, the European Union’s regulatory efforts in the food area have attracted the attention of regulators around the world, some of whom view what is being done in the bloc as a legislative template.

Honey supply strain requires urgent attention - industry

By Neil Merrett

Urgent action is required by the UK government to help prevent drastic declines in bee numbers, amidst global concerns over a possible honey supply shortage for consumers and industry, says a leading supplier of the product.

Create Flavours favours nut-free nut flavours

By Shane Starling

Budding UK-based flavour house, Create Flavours, has debuted a range of natural, nut-free flavours that include the notoriously difficult peanut and hazelnut.

News focus: Omega-3

Regulation: Omega-3 ready for RDIs and further health claims

By Shane Starling

Regulations governing the omega-3 market vary greatly between regions but in common is the fact there is no official, government-recommended dietary intake (RDI) anywhere in the world and approved health claims are few.