National List not spurring innovation in organic ingredients: Study
The National List of permitted non-organic ingredients in organic foods is not encouraging innovation in organic supply, claims a new paper published in Food Technology.
Archives for November 22, 2010
FDA proposes consumer research into Nutrition Facts format
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has said it intends to assess consumer reactions to potential changes to Nutrition Facts panels and has requested comments on a proposed study.
General Mills agrees to buy Mountain High Yoghurt
General Mills agreed to buy the Mountain High Yoghurt business and Mountain High brand from Dean Foods, the company has said.
‘Processed’ food doesn’t have to mean unhealthy food, says industry
Consumer understanding of ‘processed foods’ needs to expand to take into account healthier products being introduced by industry, according to a presentation at the American Dietetic Association conference in Boston.
New strategies for salt reduction
Reducing salt in food products is a key challenge for the industry, but reducing salt can impact consumer perceptions of taste and preference. Is it possible to maintain, or boost salt intensity and flavours, whilst reducing actual salt levels?
Kellogg to pay millions in kids’ attention class action settlement
The Kellogg Company will pay consumers up to $2.75m over misleading kids’ attention claims for its Frosted Mini-Wheats cereals, after a federal judge reached a class action settlement.