Special edition: Salt reduction
Sea salt rises on wave of premium tasting
In the fourth part of our series on salt reduction, we look at the rise of sea salt-flavoured products, predominantly in the snack-food area.
Archives for January 29, 2010
Nanotech risk assessment bill introduced in US
A bill under scrutiny in the United States Senate would create a new nanotechnology risk assessment program within the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Natural beta-carotene gains GRAS status
A new range of natural carotenoids destined for human consumption moved a step closer to sale recently with GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) notification from the Food and Drug Administration for Microbia’s bio-based beta-carotene for food and...
Fats of any kind may boost prostate cancer risk: Study
Increased intakes of fats, from saturated to polyunsaturated fats, may increase the risk of prostate cancer, says a new study.
Green and Black's go 100 per cent Fairtrade
Organic chocolate maker Green & Black's said it is bolstering its commitment to sustainability by moving its entire global food and beverage range worldwide to Fairtrade.
ADM publishes first corporate responsibility report
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) has joined the CSR revolution with its first ever corporate responsibility report highlighting its latest social and environmental initiatives.