Animal study suggests existence of sugar addiction, says scientist
Researchers at Princeton University claim that they have laid down the final pieces of evidence necessary to prove the existence of sugar addiction in animal studies.
Archives for December 11, 2008
FDA revokes ban on antimicrobial
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said it has revoked the order prohibiting the extralabel use of cephalosporin antimicrobial drugs in food-producing animals.
Kosher leads top ten claims for new products
Kosher is the most frequently used claim on food and drink products launched this year, according to Mintel, which suggests that the growing interest may be more to do with food safety than religion.
Almond exports expose inconsistent use of EU rules
The voluntary testing of US almonds for a toxic substance has eased the path for exports, a new report claims, but it also highlights the problem of EU regulations being inconsistently adopted across member states.
Malt ingredients company expands into US
Muntons Malted Ingredients (MMI) has opened its first office in the US to grow sales as it anticipates expanding markets for micro-brewing, whole grains and clean label ingredients.