The several ages of nutrition
Addressing consumers' nutritional needs is no longer a matter of one-size-fits-all. PL Thomas explains what consumers need and when they need it.
Archives for July 9, 2008
Novel food draft report released
The European Parliament has published its draft report on amendments to the novel foods regulation, having made revisions to ensure better clarity.
Soy plant sterol wins European Novel Foods approval
The €400m European cholesterol-lowering, plant sterol market has a new entrant after a non-GMO, soy-derived sterol ingredient was yesterday approved for use within the European Union.
Sweet and savory fusion drives flavor innovations
Sweet and savory ingredients are being blended together to create one flavor that caters for a more adventurous consumer, according to Bell Flavors & Fragrances.
Healthy decadent chocolate
Decadent and healthy may not be words readily associated with each other, but Kerry Ingredients & Flavours showcases how to boost the fibre and protein content of chocolate without affecting texture.
Fish protein hydrolysates beat alternatives for foods
Protein hydrolysates from Pacific whiting, an abundant and under-utilised fish, produced better foams than bovine serum albumin, says new research from Mexico.
Best practice for chocolate industry urgent, voices child labour watchdog
Herculean efforts are required by the global chocolate industry to ensure that sourced cocoa supplies are not linked to exploited or trafficked child labour, underlines labour watchdog International Labor Rights Forum.
Stryka rises to defense of its hoodia ingredient
The 'fake' hoodia battle between supplier Stryka Botanics and customer Certified Natural Laboratories has moved up a notch, after Stryka filed papers that it says will have the lawsuit thrown out.