Food industry initiates trans fat removal programme
Over £1.5billion worth of food products in the UK are being reformulated in order to eliminate harmful trans fats, according to a food industry body.
Archives for October 16, 2006
Danisco launches 'novel flavour' salt replacer
Danisco has launched a novel flavour that it claims can reduce the salt in processed foods by 25 to 35 per cent, while retaining the original taste.
Raisio margarine shake up leads to job cuts
The codetermination talks Raisio began in early September have been concluded, according to a company release to the stock exchange.
Acrylamide guide updated by industry association
The EU's food industry association has issued an updated version of its guide on successfulmethods processors can use to reduce acrylamide formation during the manufacturing process.
Disney implements nutrition guidelines for licensed kids' foods
The Walt Disney Company is preparing for a major turnaround in the types of foods it promotes to children, announcing yesterday the introduction of new nutritional guidelines for its licensed products.
Americans do not act on nutrition understanding, study
Food manufacturers need to continue making nutrition easier for consumers, according to a new study, which reveals that most Americans know how to manage weight gain but do not make the effort to implement changes.
OTA pushes for more government focus on organics
The US Organic Trade Association today released an ambitious plan designed to advance the nation's organic agriculture by petitioning the government to support an increased local, regional and national supply of organic food and fiber.
New methodology promises 'rational' flavour prediction
Making flavour prediction more rational could lead to even greater food creativity, says Quest.
No allergy concerns over commercial enzymes, says study
A study of 19 different commercial enzymes used in the food industry concludes that there are no concerns regarding food allergy for these ingredients, states a study from Denmark.