Trans-fat harm may extend to women’s stroke risk: Study
High intakes of trans-fatty acids, an enfant terrible of the food industry, may increase the risk of stroke in post-menopausal women by 30 per cent, says a new study.
Archives for February 25, 2010
Consumer use and understanding at heart of labelling debate
As food and beverage products have taken Guidance Daily Amount (GDA) labelling around Europe, awareness and understanding has been increasing, according to Coca-Cola. But debate over the best format for EU-wide labelling continues.
Boiling shrimp could cut shellfish allergy - study
Boiling shrimps for 10 minutes could reduce the chemical that triggers allergic reactions to seafood, according to new research.
FSA sets out new food science strategy
Now a decade old, the UK’s Food Standards Agency is counting its achievements and scoping out new challenges ahead. It has set out a new strategy for science and evidence, which will underscore its methodologies for the next five years.
EFSA to hold May health claims summit
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) will host a May summit at its Italian headquarters that will provide a rare opportunity for direct dialogue between stakeholders and the agency’s health claims panel.