Antimicrobial GM goat’s milk backed to quicken diarrhoea recovery
Genetically modified goats milk that contains high levels of a human antimicrobial protein known as lysozyme is effective at speeding up recovery from diarrhoea, say researchers.
Archives for March 14, 2013
Protein, fiber and flavor key to producing satiety, expert says
The obesity dilemma is complex and offers multiple avenues of attack. Portion control experts boil it down to this: It’s a question of how much, not what we eat. But many experts say how food is formulated can play a role in limiting intake.
ConAgra on a mission to change consumer perceptions of ’highly processed’ frozen meals
Four out of five US consumers believe that frozen foods are ‘highly processed’ (which carries negative connotations in most people’s minds), according to new research from ConAgra Foods.
Policy expert calls for ‘pragmatic’ approach to cutting unhealthy ingredients
The only pragmatic and workable solution to help beat the global health battle against obesity and non-communicable diseases is for industry and policy makers to work together to reformulate processed foods with better nutritional values, says Jack Winkler.
Experts address ‘catastrophic threat’ of antibiotic resistance
Scientists and food packaging firms are tackling growing concerns over the threat posed by anti-microbial resistance in the food supply chain.
Nestlé and Bosch woo food processing recruits
Nestlé has teamed up with Bosch Packaging Technology and trade body the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) to recruit young talent for the UK food and drink manufacturing industry.
Berry Plastics placed in severe violator enforcement program by OSHA
Berry Plastics has been cited for six safety violations and placed in a severe violator enforcement program after a US Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspection.
Sri Lanka to build world’s biggest PET plant
Sri Lanka looks destined to build the world’s largest polyethylene terephthalate (PET) packaging resin plant with an investment of over US$500m dollars.
Natural fat enhancer targets fat taste receptors for tastier low fat foods
Natural Taste Consulting (NTC) has developed a new natural fat enhancer that works by stimulating fat taste receptors, replicating the taste and aroma of fat.
Nestlé outlines sustainability and nutrition goals
Nestlé has published a raft of sustainability and nutrition commitments it aims to meet by 2020 or earlier, including sourcing 100% certified sustainable palm oil, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and improving nutrition labelling.
Courage returning to consumers' palates, culinary trends expert says
Seeing light at the end of the economic tunnel puts a spring in consumers’ steps and a little sizzle on their palates, too. Culinary trends expert Suzy Badaracco said we’re not in extreme consumption mode yet, but consumers are starting move beyond the...
Australian beef
Tough task to increase herd volume to make most of EU opportunities
Opportunities for Australian beef in the European Union grainfed market are there, but the big challenge lies in lifting the volume of accredited supply.
Japan’s ethoxyquin regulation change starting to hit shrimp exporters
Last year, FoodNavigator-Asia reported that new Japanese regulations governing “acceptable” levels of the antioxidant ethoxyquin in fishmeal was destined to become a grave issue for shrimp exporters. Exactly six months later, the effects of this policy...
Natural battle
Himalaya state putting real pressure on New Zealand's organic ambition
The race is on for New Zealand to clean up its act if it is to be world’s first 100% organic food producer now that Bhutan has declared its intention to seal the accolade within the decade.
US FIRM ACCUSES CHINESE ARMY OF GLOBAL IP CYBER ATTACKS
Coca-Cola accused as US-China cyber war of words escalates
Chinese authorities have accused Coca-Cola China of illegally mapping parts of Yunnan Province, while a high-profile US cyber-security company alleges that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) is behind at least 115 cyberattacks on US firms, and three...
Desert Labs launches hoodia weight management gum
Hoodia gum maker defends satiety effect
The maker of a newly launched appetite suppressant gum claims to be the first to have self-affirmed GRAS status for hoodia in the US and hopes to overcome the negative image of the plant as a weight management ingredient.
How will new owners stage a Twinkies revival?
Apollo and Metropoulos will have to work hard to drive forward Hostess’ snack cake brands in a saturated market but dollar stores could hold promise, an analyst says.
Sensient: New yeast extracts can help cut sodium by 50%
A new range of yeast extracts can deliver up to a 50% sodium reduction without compromising the taste or functional integrity of the finished product, according to Sensient Bio-Ingredients.