Archives for August 2, 2009

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Scientists propose pectin gel alternatives

By Stephen Daniells

Strong and stable gels producedby subjecting pectin to the action of enzymes may offer alternatives to acid-sugar gels already used in foods, says new research from Korean and American scientists.

Lactose-free dairy products need more work, says study

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Manufacturers should make more effort to produce good-tasting lactose-free dairy products and to educate the public about their benefits, according to a Kansas State University study.