Hydrocolloids improve seasoning adhesion on crackers: Study
Gums and modified starch have strong adhesive properties and can therefore replace oil and sugar for powder toppings on crackers, in turn reducing fat content, finds research.
Archives for October 13, 2013
Is Omics technology the future for food risk assessment?
Omics technologies may have major implications in food risk assessment but it remains unclear to what extend they can be used, according to a review article for the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
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Coke or milk? A philosopher’s perspective
Food is a big part of all our lives not only providing sustenance, but enjoyment and a social experience.
New Nordic dietary guidelines emphasise whole diet quality
New Nordic dietary recommendations focus on whole diet quality, rather than individual nutrients, with some key changes that could make a difference to how foods qualify for healthy choice logos.
Imported broiler meat shows increase in ESBL-producing E.coli
Extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL)-producing E.coli increased last year in imported broiler meat, according to a study in Denmark.
‘Wicked’: DEFRA boss on GM opponents in developing countries
Those who oppose genetically modified (GM) rice enhanced with vitamin A in Africa and Asia are “wicked” and could be responsible for millions of premature deaths, warns environment secretary Owen Paterson.
IBIE 2013: EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Fiber, whole grains and seeds: Packing nutritional punch into gluten-free
Bakers have a vast choice of grains and seeds that can nutritionally improve gluten-free products, including fibers, ancient grains and seeds, according to scientists.
Authentication tech fights food fraud
PolyOne Corp. has launched an arsenal of technology products designed to help food manufacturers and brand owners protect products against fraud.
Smoke flavouring regulation to hit European agenda
The European Commission will review 11 authorised smoke flavouring primary products later this month, taking into consideration the European Food Safety Authority‘s (EFSA) previous safety concerns.
Nestlé gets big love in brand survey
Nestlé has emerged as the top food and drink manufacturer in a survey of 70,000 consumers’ opinions about the world’s most beloved brands, compiled by APCO Insight.
How will big brands celebrate World Food Day?
Dow, Unilever, and other food-focused companies are pitching in to fight hunger and improve access to healthful, sustainable food.
Uruguay beef sector hails Chinese export success
The executive director of Uruguay’s intensive cattle producers’ association, AUPCIN, has said that he expects the rapid growth in sales of Uruguayan beef to China to continue over the next few years, due to a number of significant competitive advantages...
European Patent Office revokes Nespresso coffee pod patent
Nestlé has said it is ‘disappointed’ by a European Patent Office (EPO) decision to revoke a patent for its Nespresso coffee pod system.
Russia raises more objections to Polish meat
The Russian government has once again questioned the quality of Polish meat imported into its territory, raising concerns in Poland that Russia might impose import restrictions or a ban.
EUROPEN 2013: Exclusive interview with MD Virginia Janssens
EU packaging 10-year review will see dramatic changes
The EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Directive, which sets recovery and recycling targets for EU Member States, must increase EPR (extended producer responsibility) scheme transparency and focus on minimizing post-consumer packaging waste, said Virginia...