Four-step plan for spotting emerging risks proposed
A simple four-part plan may lead to better early identification of emerging food safety issues, according to researchers involved in a EU-wide project.
Archives for November 19, 2008
What zero-calorie approval means for erythritol users
Henry Hussell, European marketing manager for Cargill Sweetness, explains what the recent EU approval of erythritol's zero-calorie claim means for food manufacturers.
Global food markets ‘neither secure nor resilient’
The UK has become increasingly reliant on imported food and its faith in the long-term surety of the global market is misplaced, according to research released by the Soil Association.
Study affirms safe view of coriander oil for food
A new assessment has concluded that coriander essential oil is safe for use in foods, based on a long history of use and lack of toxicity in limited studies.
Ginkgo biloba has no benefits against dementia: Study
The herb gingko biloba may not reduce the rate of dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study with 3,000 elderly people in the US.