French ingredients firm Lesaffre has developed a baking improver
which allows bread that has been frozen after high temperature
baking to be ready within three minutes, without the flaking
problem common in such products.
Eating too much fish during pregnancy is linked to high mercury
levels in mothers and could put women at a higher risk of giving
birth prematurely, report US scientists.
A new report examining how dairy companies are successfully
targeting healthy products to children underlines the growing
importance of this particular food category.
As this week marks the 60th anniversary of the nation's school
lunch program, a number of recent government, industry and health
body initiatives could finally lead to US children having better
access to nutritionally sound foods...
Eating three or more servings a week of green leafy vegetables or
roots vegetables could reduce the risk of stomach cancer by between
35 and 57 per cent, suggests a prospective study from Sweden.
The US market for foods and beverages targeting children is set to
continue to experience strong growth, on the back of an increased
demand for products specifically designed to address child
nutrition, according to a new report.
In a show of institutional support for the nutraceutical industry,
the Canadian government has announced a $2m Cdn plug for research
into identifying plant, animal and marine compounds that can
benefit health.
Ingredients giant Tate and Lyle could be set to cease its sugar
processing operations in Central Europe, as producers look to lower
quotas in light of new EU sugar reforms.
Carrageenans, mixed with glycerol and heated with fats, can form
edible films and may open interesting developments for
encapsulation of flavours, colours, and antioxidants, suggests new
research from France.
Chocolate companies are uniting with the World Cocoa Foundation
(WCF) to encourage sustainable cocoa production in West Africa and
therefore strengthen the supply chain to Western manufacturers.
Although most Americans agree in the importance of consuming
breakfast, the majority of consumers say they do not have the time
for it, according to a new survey.
Converting food production to organic may not be as difficult as
some may think, according to a new paper that examines necessary
steps in the conversion process.
US scientists have found a way to prevent the formation of the
naturally occurring cancer-causing compound aflatoxin in nuts such
as almonds, pistachios and walnuts, findings they hope will lead to
the first environmentally friendly...
Coming up with clear definitions for classifying the whole grain
content of foods is a top priority for the AACC International Whole
Grains Task Force, which will soon submit its comments to the USDA
regarding the establishment of...
Food products that provide a measurable health benefit will ensure
healthy corporate growth in the future, delegates at Wild's
Heidelberg Convention were told.
The American Association of Cereal Chemists (AACC) International
recently recognized a number of experts from around the world for
their scientific and technical accomplishments that have advanced
the field of grain science.
Canola oil is gaining credence as an ingredient for food products
aimed at supporting heart health, as the FDA has approved a
qualified health claim on its potential to reduce the risk of
coronary heart disease, owing to its unsaturated...
Essential oils of sage and rosemary could offer a natural
alternative for processed meats, slowing oxidative spoilage as well
as imparting flavour and aroma, suggests a new study from Spain.
On the back of growing demand for healthier snacking products,
cereal snacks are luring consumers away from traditional
indulgences such as crisps and confectionery - prompting snack
makers to diversify to keep up with the trend.
Growing consumer demand for healthy snacks has prompted candy giant
Mars to launch its newly introduced flavonol-rich chocolate line in
individual serving sizes, designed for sale at convenience stores.
Sometimes I just love eating fatty, greasy, unquestionably
hazardous foods. But I don't like trans fats, that come as a
by-product in some processed foods, and have been linked to high
cholesterol and heart problems.
Scientists at Symrise have reported the potential of benzyl amides
as potential bitter-masking compounds for food and drink, research
that may lead to cheaper alternatives for food scientists and
formulators.
ADM's purchase of French firm Lesaffre's 50 per cent interest in
International Malting Company (IMC) strengthens the ingredient
giant's position in the global malt business.
While the importance of fiber in the diet is well recognized, what
is still not fully appreciated is the scale of opportunity for food
manufacturers to address diet related public health issues through
the use of resistant starch,...
Five major US food manufacturers have joined an alliance designed
to establish voluntary nutrition guidelines for snacks sold in the
nation's schools. As part of the commitment, the companies have
said they will reformulate certain...
US soup giant Campbell has this month changed the design of its
iconic red and white cans in support of the National Breast Cancer
Awareness Month, an initiative that has resulted in the doubling of
its sales to its biggest retailer.
Environment Canada has approved the import and manufacture of a
genetically modified yeast variety that is designed to reduce the
levels of the carcinogen ethyl carbamate, a compound that can
naturally occur in fermented foods and...
The increasing trend by packaged goods firms to outsource their
sales and marketing is expected to grow even further within the
next few years, driven by the ability of external food brokers to
find ways to reduce costs and improve...
Increased understanding of pectins, a major component of plant cell
walls, is opening the door to novel applications, as well driving
research into new sources, says a new review.
In an effort to let consumers know not all omega-3s bring equal
benefits, 12 ingredients makers - including Cargill, Ocean
Nutrition Canada and Martek Biosciences - have joined forces to
create the Global Organization for EPA and...
The major barrier for food manufacturers looking to produce
commercially viable wholegrain products is that they do not follow
a clear enough formulation and marketing concept, according to a
contract R&D firm, which has identified...
Women who drink four or more cola beverages per week have a higher
risk of developing the bone disease osteoporosis, finds a new
study, landing another blow on fizzy drinks makers.
Kraft Foods has taken another step in the direction of health and
wellness, introducing single serve healthy snack packs of some of
its popular products, designed to appeal to the growing numbers of
health-conscious American parents.
The major barrier for food manufacturers looking to produce
commercially viable whole grain products is that they do not follow
a clear enough formulation and marketing concept, according to a
contract R&D firm, which has identified...
Tate & Lyle has formed a joint enterprise to build and operate
a sugar plant in Israel, a move that will partially replace
traditional sugar imports from the European Union.
Women are more likely than men to try different diet plans in an
effort to lose weight, and they also make greater efforts to limit
sugar, carbohydrate and fat intake, according to a new study.
Banana firm Chiquita has announced a number of organizational
changes and new appointments in the latest move designed to
strengthen its flagging business, hit in the past year by new EU
banana import rules.
Microencapsulation of oil ingredients, like omega-3, with sugar
beet pectin could provide an alternative to more traditional
encapsulating agents like milk proteins and gum Arabic, says a
German scientist.