E-numbers scrutinised via iPhone apps
New applications for iPhone are giving consumers instant access to information on food additives by entering the E-number – but there are questions about the science used to support the safety opinions.
Archives for September 2, 2009
Erythritol’s antioxidant activity may add to diabetes benefits
The zero-calorie sweetener erythritol may exert a strong antioxidant activity which may protect vascular health of diabetics, says a new study from The Netherlands.
Nutrition will drive boom in baby foods market
Products with enhanced nutritional benefits and burgeoning demand from Asian countries are predicted to drive strong growth in the global baby food market.
Talking point
Can a ‘fat tax’ on soda help beat obesity?
The controversial idea of taxing sugary soft drinks to combat obesity has been brought up again this week in a report from the Institute of Medicine. But is a soda tax fair? And can it do enough?
Australian state ponders energy drinks ban
Australia’s most populous state, New South Wales (NSW), is considering a ban on high caffeine energy drinks in the Red Bull-led sector, after its Primary Industries minister, Ian McDonald, highlighted products loaded with up to 15 times recommended...
Barentz Europe brings ingredients under ‘Barentz Production’ banner
Barentz Europe has formed a new production division that formally brings together its three ingredients businesses under the same management – Barentz Ingredients, Vitablend and LI Frank.
Kellogg plant halts production on listeria discovery
Kellogg has shutdown production at one of its US food plants after the discovery of listeria there by health inspectors.
Research shows US consumers ‘unaware of acrylamide’
The majority of US consumers are unaware of acrylamide even as major North American governments are taking action to deal with the suspected carcinogen, according to new consumer research.
Create Flavours launches fresh tasting herbs range
Create Flavours, the UK flavour firm, has launched a new range of natural herbs designed to add a touch of “cheffiness” to food products.
Cereal makers lobby FSA to stop salt warning ads
Leading cereal manufacturers in the UK are meeting the Food Standards Agency (FSA) today to urge the body to pull a £3m (€3.44m) advertising campaign on salt consumption.
US seafood company facing fines over processing breaches
A US seafood processing company is facing fines of more than $47,000 for flouting health and safety rules.
Consumers still skimping on food spend
Consumers are continuing to trim the cost of their food bill despite the first signs of recovery in world economies.
Iowans urgently want updated food laws: Survey
Ninety percent of Iowan voters would like more government oversight of the food supply, according to a new survey commissioned by the Pew Charitable Trusts.