Archives for March 31, 2004

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Gum to beat bad breath the next functional food fad

Is Big Red the next functional food fad? Scientists in the US claim the natural flavours found in the chewing gum brand manufactured by gum giant Wrigley's could beat the bacteria that causes bad breath.

Which? exposes the 'cereal' offenders

Despite repeated pledges to tackle the problem, many of the big brand breakfast cereals on supermarket shelves in the UK still contain excessive levels of sugar, salt and fat, according to new research from the Consumers' Association (CA) magazine,...

Fish processors tackle ads

Major processors of canned tuna in the US have described a recent ad campaign by environmental activists as being "an irresponsible and highly inflammatory tactic" that will scare consumers away from what they call a safe and healthy food. This is...

Lifeway eyes Canada market

Kefir and functional dairy company Lifeway Foods could set up a manufacturing plant in Canada following strong sales growth in 2003 and a boost to its cash reserves after selling off property.