Green tea's heart benefits gain support
Regular consumption of green tea may improve the function of endothelial cells - cells lining the walls of blood vessels - and boost cardiovascular health, according to new research from Greece.
Archives for July 6, 2008
New film provides cost-effective low-temperature sealing, says Wipak
A new low-temperature sealing biaxially oriented polypropylene (BOPP) grade film can increase output for bakery and chocolate manufacturers, while reducing their environmental impact, claims Wipak.
Chewable probiotics gain momentum
Chewable probiotic supplements are emerging as an area of potential in the industry, as manufacturers broaden their scope into new categories, according to a major ingredients firm.
Unicorn Ingredients: new seed supplier targets bakers
Bakers can access a new supply source for their seeds needs as UK ingredients firm Unicorn Ingredients hits the market.
Soy products may raise dementia risk: study
Consumption of soy products like tofu may raise the risk of dementia, according to a new study from Britain and Indonesia.
Protein analyzer wins IFT food science award
The Sprint Rapid Protein Analyzer from CEM Corp, North Carolina, USA, has won a 2008 IFT Food Expo Innovation Award at the IFT trade food show in New Orleans.
Weekly comment
A half measure of alcohol reforms
Knife crime, obesity and skiffle music. Out of all the evils currently threatening the welfare of Western teenagers, recent US headlines finger the main culprit as the caffeinated alcoholic beverage.
Taking ingredients around the world
Tate & Lyle discusses how it presents ingredient concepts to customers around the world, using prototypes that will appeal to different cultural preferences.