Behaviors that have been associated with recession, such as eating out less often and choosing private label foods over branded products, may extend beyond times of economic uncertainty, suggests new research.
A randomised clinical study on the health effects of drinking the probiotic yoghurt-like drink DanActive suggests that it may protect children from gastrointestinal illness but have little influence on their daily life.
About one in 30 Canadian children and adolescents have high blood pressure or are at risk of developing it, according to a new study from Statistics Canada.
An increase in demand for rayon fabric in China has led to higher prices for microcrystalline cellulose, a stabilizer for foods, drinks and personal care products, and an excipient for pharmaceuticals.
ChromaDex is optimistic about its stronghold in the food and supplement sector following a strong first quarter, which saw a revenue increase of 34 percent.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a letter of no objection that Monsanto’s ‘nutritionally improved’ soybeans are generally recognized as safe (GRAS), enabling food makers to test the soy oil.
Dairy processors in the EU are turning to cheese in an effort to put the market turbulence of a year ago behind them, according to a US government report.
Many Americans who think they have food allergies are misdiagnosed, according to a research review published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Sixteen food companies have pledged to cut 1.5 trillion calories from the food supply by 2015, as part of the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation’s stated effort to tackle obesity.
Stevia supplier GLG Life Tech has narrowed its first quarter loss from $1.5m to $1.3m as it continued to capitalize on growing demand for the zero-calorie sweetener, the company said.
Eating processed meat like bacon and sausages could significantly increase risk of heart disease and diabetes, while unprocessed red meat may not be as harmful as once thought, according to a new Harvard study.
The reported rate of peanut allergy in children more than tripled from 1997 to 2008, according to survey results published in the latest issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.
SunOpta has announced the sale of its Canadian food distribution business, which the firm says is part a strategy to focus on its core manufacturing platform.
The call for better biomarkers to substantiate health claims is a bold and timely move, but we need to move away from trying to judge foods as pharmaceuticals.
Stevia supplier GLG Life Tech has announced that it is looking to develop agricultural and extraction facilities for stevia in India, as well as market its stevia extracts in the nation.
Stevia supplier PureCircle has entered into a deal with S&W Seed Company to trial new varieties of stevia plants that could be grown in California in the near future, the company has said.
Pure, uncontaminated oats do not cause adverse reactions in most people with celiac disease and gluten-free labeling guidelines should be revised to reflect this, Health Canada has suggested.
Unilever is “delivering on its promises” and can no longer be described as a “supertanker” or “resistant to change”, according to a new report from Investec Securities.
Frying potato rings rather than straight strips produces fries with less oil, lower levels of acrylamide, less salt, and better taste, says a new study from the US.
The US food and supplements industry has taken a skeptical stance to a new report that recommends the same scientific approach is used to evaluate health claims on foods and supplements as on drugs and medical devices.
A new review from Linda Loma University in California has added to the body of evidence suggesting that eating nuts may help lower cholesterol and contribute to heart health.
The food industry has responded to the recommendations of the President’s Task Force on Childhood Obesity with statements of support, following Michelle Obama’s presentation of its report yesterday.
A sales tax on certain candy and gum products is due to come into effect in Washington State on June 1, as part of the state’s effort to plug its $2.8bn deficit.
The US federal government has introduced new standards on Salmonella and Campylobacter in poultry with the aim of eliminating 65,000 foodborne illnesses a year.
Salt-free soy sauce may be attained by fermenting soybeans with Aspergillus oryzae, and the resulting product may even be able to reduce blood pressure, says a new Japanese study.
Cutting kids’ consumption of added sugars and decreasing the portion of unhealthy foods advertised to children are among measures recommended in the long-awaited report from the President’s Task Force on Childhood Obesity.
Synergy Flavors’ Chicago facility has received organic certification, which will allow it to increase provision of organic flavors, and respond to sustained demand for ‘clean label’ products, the company has said.
The salt and sugar content of foods may be reduced by using air bubbles as an “inert filler” in liquid products, according to new research from Unilever R&D Vlaardingen.
US-based flavor and fragrance ingredient company, Artiste Flavor Essence, has formed an alliance with Italian citrus cultivator and supplier Cilione in order to promote its products in the US market.
A new study published by scientists at the Harvard School of Public Health suggests that drinking even large amounts of coffee and carbonated drinks is not linked to colon cancer risk.
Growth in private label is approaching 20 percent of dollar value in the US, according to market research organization the Nielsen Company – and it is being driven by the most affluent households.
US food giant Kraft has announced first quarter 2010 revenues up 26 percent to $11.3bn after its acquisition of British food and confectionery company Cadbury.
A new report from the President’s Cancer Panel has raised concerns about the levels of potential environmental carcinogens, including pesticide residues on conventionally grown food.
It’s a sticky issue that just won’t go away. There are sugar-free, tooth whitening and nicotine added versions but none from leading makers, as yet, that are dissolvable in rain.
Ensuring consumers reap the benefits from the beneficial compounds in cocoa may mean formulating products with more sugar, suggests a new study from Kraft.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) needs more authority to oversee imported foods, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has said in a new report.
Consumers in India are placing increasing priority on healthy food and beverage products, according to Datamonitor, and they’re keen to see innovative products that cater to their concerns.
Milk Specialties Global has agreed to pay fines totaling $535,000 after safety violations were found at its Whitehall, Wisconsin facility, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has said.
Consumption of sucralose and sucralose-sweetened products does not affect gut hormones linked to hunger, or detrimentally affect blood sugar levels, says a new study from Australia.
Cargill has denied allegations made by the Rainforest Action Network (RAN) which claims that the company has destroyed rainforest for its palm oil plantations.
US-based International Flavors & Fragrances recorded a 17 percent increase in first quarter revenue, aided by robust Fragrance sales and a strong performance from both divisions in Asia.
Trade organizations have applauded proposed legislation that would recognize obesity as a disease, and improve access to nutrition information and opportunities for physical activity.
US chocolate maker, Hershey, said it is still open to international expansion and it claims acquisitions will be made easier by the fact that the global chocolate markets are still fragmented.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued emergency guidance for food manufacturers in areas subject to boil-water advisories, following a disruption of water supply in Massachusetts on May 1.
