We are over worst of E. coli O157 outbreak - PHE
There has been no E. coli O157 cases reported over the past week suggesting the worst of the outbreak is over, according to Public Health England (PHE).
Archives for July 28, 2016
Carbs and weight gain: Review points to low hormone levels that regulate fat
Researchers have investigated the mechanisms of action behind carbs and weight gain, pointing to hormone levels that regulate fat.
Which consumer brands are the most innovative? CircleUp picks the top 25 for 2016
What’s the next Just Mayo, KRAVE, or Sparkling ICE? If you’re looking for some entrepreneurs to watch over the next couple of years, check out CircleUp’s 2016 list of the 25 most innovative consumer brands of 2016, 15 of which are in food/beverage.
Probiotics may promote weight loss and reduce BMI
Consumption of probiotic ‘good bacteria’ could reduce body weight and body mass index (BMI) scores according to a new Chinese meta-analysis.
Neonatal nutrition gap could explain weighty issue of disease inheritance
The nutritional quality of a mother’s diet during pregnancy has a huge say in determining offspring attributes, such as weight and even susceptibility to chronic conditions, a UK study has speculated.
Is food marketing awash with bad science? If so, who is to blame?
Dr Ben Goldacre: ‘Does this food cause or prevent cancer? Honestly, there's no need for any more stories like that, they have almost no value’
There was plenty of handwringing at the IFT show this year about the lack of scientific literacy characterizing the debate around food and farming, backed up by scores of press clippings about ‘franken-foods.’ But is the media solely to blame, and what’s...
Erythritol outperforms xylitol in plaque prevention, article concludes
A review article published in a dentistry journal makes the case that erythritol is superior to xylitol or sorbitol in preventing adhesion of harmful bacteria to teeth.
Dragons and lions favour food business investments
Millionaire investors in TV series Dragons’ Den have a penchant for backing food and drink businesses, according to new research.
Red meat linked to kidney damage, claims study
Researchers at the University of Singapore have found that you are more likely to suffer from kidney failure if you eat a lot of red meat.
Vitamin D status linked to cognitive decline risk in Chinese elderly
Low vitamin D levels could be linked to an increased risk of cognitive decline and impairment in the Chinese elderly, say researchers.
Meat processor BRF posts drop in profits
Brazilian food processor BRF posted a near-quarter drop in pre-tax profits as the soaring price of corn dented pork and poultry operations.
Danish Crown bemoans weak holiday demand
Business is unusually slow for meat processor Danish Crown which claims sales of fresh meat are “very quiet” for one of the busiest times of the year.
Synbiosis targets microbiologists making multiple dilutions
Synbiosis has introduced a gravimetric diluter for microbiology laboratories that want rapid, accurate and repeatable sample dilutions
E.coli sparks Ranch Foods Direct recall
A US pasture-to-plate supplier of high-quality beef has been forced to issue a recall after the US government warned a batch of its ground beef may be contaminated with E. coli.
Soapbox
Rewarding innovation: How to address natural nutrition's IP dilemma
At a time when the Australian natural nutrition industry is worth A$4.2bn (US$1.8bn), companies face stiff competition as they set out to access to bigger overseas markets, helped by our government’s focus on freer international trade.
Demand for organic meat on the rise, says Soil Association
UK sales of organic red meat are on a high, boosted by a belief that it is healthier than conventionally produced meat, according to the Soil Association.
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast
Soup-To-Nuts Podcast: How can manufacturers meet sodium, sugar & calorie reduction demands?
Finding solutions to reduce sodium, sugar and calories in finished products is essential as regulators and consumers demand healthier products – but the increasing desire for “clean labels” adds a complicating twist to the process of sourcing suitable...