EFSA backs anti-caking agent safety for salt substitutes
EFSA has backed the safety of an anti-caking agent (Fe mTA) for salt or salt substitutes – but said a new risk assessment would be necessary if the use level or application were to change.
Archives for January 26, 2015
Legal loopholes allowing ‘junk food’ ads to kids must be closed: British Heart Foundation
There is an urgent need in the UK to close legal loopholes that allow the promotion of unhealthy foods and drinks to children online and on TV, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
CDC: Salmonella outbreak from bean sprouts has ended
An outbreak of Salmonella from bean sprouts that sickened 115 people has ended, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Umami taste sensitivity linked to physical health in the elderly
There is a close relationship between a person’s perception of umami flavours and their appetite and physical health, according to new research.
Findus’ performance may hook acquisitive investors
Findus Group’s UK arm has become a more attractive acquisition target after the global business confirmed it had experienced its second consecutive year of positive growth, although it has denied sell-off rumours.
Quorn gears up for massive NPD push
Quorn has revealed plans for substantial new product development (NPD) activity this year, including gluten-free and vegan lines, which it expects to fuel UK and international growth.
Cumin prices on the up, but supplier suggests spike is temporary
Cumin prices have hit the highest level since late 2013 over fears that this year’s harvest may be smaller than previous years, but UK-based supplier EHL Ingredients suggests that pre-harvest price spikes are temporary.
Nestlé CEO: Business should not lead the social agenda
Business plays a crucial role in meeting sustainable development goals – but it should not lead the social agenda, according to Nestlé CEO Paul Bulcke, speaking at the World Economic Forum’s meeting in Davos.
Nothing fishy about UHP processing shelf life findings
Using a certain strength of ultra-high pressure (UHP) can help boost fish shelf life, according to researchers.
Russia lifts partial restrictions on six EU countries
Russian veterinary body Rosselkhoznadzor will re-admit imports of meat products from outside the so-called "sanctions list" from six European Union (EU) countries, it is understood.