Polyphenol-rich seaweed extracts may have anti-diabetic effects: Study
Polyphenol-rich extracts from edible seaweed may have anti-diabetic effects due to their ability to inhibit certain digestive enzymes, according to new research.
Archives for November 25, 2010
Cognis gets back in shape post recession hit
Cognis is anticipating record results in full year 2010, as higher demand, better capacity utilisation and a portfolio shift towards high-value products has delivered a bumper set of results for the first nine months.
FDA warns distributor over contaminated flour
The Indiana Department of Health blocked distribution of flour from an Indianapolis firm, which subsequently destroyed flour and noodles after the US FDA found the facility to be ‘contaminated with filth’.
Gluten-free buckwheat crackers pass taste quality test
Gluten free crackers enriched with buckwheat flour may offer functional benefits without affecting sensory properties or product quality, according to a new study.
Nano definition raises as many questions as it answers
The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) has welcomed moves by the European Commission (EC) to develop a definition of nanomaterials for regulatory purposes, but raised some concerns about the draft definition currently out for consultation.
Tate & Lyle agrees sale of molasses business
Tate & Lyle has agreed the sale of its molasses business to W&R Barnett for £67 million cash, a deal that is consistent with its strategy to dispose of its bulk ingredient operations and focus instead on specialty ingredients.
Voluntary regs not delivering on salt cuts in bread, says Australian report
Less than half of bread products in Australian supermarkets have acceptable salt levels, according to a report published this week by Sydney based, The George Institute for Global Health, and it claims enforcement might be the answer.