Mulberry leaf extracts give glimpse of hydrocolloids future
An extract from the leaves of the mulberry bush may act as a hydrocolloid, with potentially unique properties for food formulators, says new research from Taiwan.
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Niacin's cholesterol-lowering mechanism proposed
The cholesterol-lowering effects of niacin may by located in the liver, suggests new research that fills in the gaps in our understanding of the heart healthy benefits of the B vitamin.
Chinese MSG exporters to EU to pay stiff anti-dumping tariffs
The European Commission has imposed anti-dumping tariffs of almost 40 per cent on monosodium glutamate (MSG) imported to the EU from China, following an investigation into the effects of lower-priced imports on EU industry.
Microbubbles could extend shelf-life on food foams
Microscale bubbles could whip up a range of long-lived, stable foam products whilst giving formulations interesting sensory properties, according to research published in Science.
Increased demand and a healthy future for Latin American cocoa
There is a growing demand for cocoa from Latin America to meet the increasing popularity of premium chocolates in Europe and the US, according to a speaker at the recent meeting of the World Cocoa Foundation (WCF) in Ecuador.