Flavors to cut fat and salt should work on the tongue not the nose, says Givaudan
Developing flavors for reduced fat or sodium snacks needs ingredients that work on the tongue and not in the nose, Givaudan says.
Archives for June 26, 2013
CDC: 122 people ill from Hepatitis A outbreak
122 people have been confirmed ill from Hepatitis A, according to the latest US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) update this week.
BUT 'STEVIA DOES NOT WORK WELL IN COLAS': PepsiCo CEO WARNS
World’s first stevia-sweetened Coke hits Argentina
The Coca-Cola Company announced yesterday that it plans to launch the first Coke sweetened with stevia, in a mid-calorie offering targeting the Argentinian market, despite PepsiCo’s recent insistence that the natural plant-derived sweetener ‘does not...
‘Iconic’ ice wine exports will benefit from new standards: Canada
The Government of Canada says that proposed national standards requiring that ‘ice wine’ only be made from grapes naturally frozen on the vine will benefit exports and help crack down on fraudulent sales.
Liquid breakfast row: Reaction
Industry hits back at criticism of Australian liquid breakfast claims
Manufacturers and industry groups have slammed an Australian consumer watchdog’s assertion that nutritional claims on the packs of some liquid breakfasts are “shonky”.
Mint confectionery oral care claims rising, says Mintel
Around a quarter of recent product launches in the tablet confectionery category have made claims for breath freshening or oral care. Mintel explores the latest flavor trends and health claims in the most common sub-group: Mints.
US cereal decline can be beaten if you're clever, says General Mills CEO
The US cereal category has been in a steady state of decline for the past decade but General Mills' CEO says that when you have the right message and innovation, cereal brands respond well in the market.
General Mills CEO on non-GMO sentiment: ‘We don’t see it really affecting our business’
General Mills CEO Ken Powell fielded questions on everything from Greek yogurt to liquid breakfasts on the firm’s Q4 earnings call yesterday, including one on genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
ADM's GrainCorp takeover in shareholders' hands
GrainCorp’s board of directors has recommended that its shareholders accept the A$3.4bn (US$3.16bn) takeover bid from Archer Daniel Midland in the absence of a superior offer.
Danone launches new US bottle design for Evian
Danone Waters North America has redesigned its Evian Natural Spring Water bottle for the first time in 14 years, as it attempts to create a ‘new connection’ with US consumers within premium water.
EU reaches deal on CAP reform
European institutions reached a deal on reforming the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) on Wednesday, including a compromise that will end sugar quotas by 2017.
Dietary fructose linked to liver damage by gut bacteria mechanism: Animal data
A high intake of dietary fructose may lead to ‘rapid’ liver damage from bacteria even in those who do not gain weight, according to new data in monkeys.
Eating meat is not like smoking, ASA tells PETA
Animal rights group PETA has been banned from comparing the health effects of eating meat with smoking risks, the UK’s Advertising Standards Agency (ASA) has ruled.
Welsh red meat takes on Russia
Welsh red meat companies will be pitching products to Russia this week as they arrive in Moscow for export order deals.
Belarusian beef displaces South American supply to Russia
The active growth of beef exports from Belarus to Russia could lead to the complete displacement of South American beef on the local market, Russian experts have claimed.
Listeria adulteration not rife but still a concern, finds EFSA
Listeria exceeding the EU limit in selected RTE foods is uncommon but still presents a concern for public health, according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Could peanuts help battle the expanding waistlines of Mexican American children?
Mexican American children who consumed peanuts and peanut butter are less likely to be overweight and obese, compared to non-peanut munching kids, says a new study that adds to the weight management potential of peanuts.
Monk fruit sweetened cookies to entice diabetic markets, claims Koochikoo
The maker of a new sugar free cookie sweetened with monk fruit extract claims its product is set for big things in markets with high diabetes rates such as Australia and Saudi Arabia.
Coca-Cola ups the ante in mid-calorie cola stakes with stevia-sweetened Coca-Cola Life
While the zero-calorie natural sweetener stevia is now used in scores of high-profile brands from Sprite Select to Vitamin Water Zero, the only top-tier cola brand to try it to date has been the Australian formulation of Pepsi Next, which has 30% less...
Case study
Quantec sees Japan as Asian entry point for dairy bioactive compounds
Much is made of New Zealand’s trade ties with China, but now a Kiwi dairy biotechnology company is now looking to break into Japan with its patented milk protein ingredients.
Western Australia needs more than two freight ships to Asia, says dairy firm
A Western Australia dairy processor, Harvey Fresh, has called for government investment in the state’s freight networks for reliable access to booming Asian consumer markets.