Archives for December 8, 2009

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Scientists determine safe acrylamide levels

By Stephen Daniells

Tolerable intakes of acrylamide should be set at 2.6 micrograms per kilogram of body weight to avoid the cancer risk, says a new toxicology study from the US.

Taste and regulations top stevia concerns

A new survey takes a peek inside the minds of stevia industry movers and shakers today, and finds taste, regulations and supply security occupying their thoughts.

CSPI proposes nutrition label makeover

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has proposed a makeover for nutrition labeling, including more emphasis on calories, added sugars, saturated and trans fats, and sodium.