Americans’ taste preferences becoming more exotic, says Mintel
Americans are expanding their taste for ethnic cuisines, as some flavors that were once considered exotic have entered the mainstream, according to market research organization Mintel.
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Race is on to find bisphenol A substitutes, says NAMPA
The race is on to find bisphenol A (BPA) alternatives in can linings but a substitute is unlikely be brought to market immediately - whatever laws are passed, the North American Metal Packaging Alliance (NAMPA) said yesterday.
Special Edition: Lower fat foods
No ‘golden bullet’ for fat replacement, but solutions exist: NIZO
Fats play such an important functional role in foods that it is difficult to simply remove or replace them. But by understanding the specific functional roles of fats in a product, it may be possible to tailor solutions that match full fat products, say...
Algatechnologies gets GRAS for AstaPure astaxanthin
Israel’s Algatechnologies has obtained GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status for its AstaPure-branded astaxanthin ingredient for use in food and beverages applications.
Campbell’s plan to tackle childhood obesity in Camden, NJ
The Campbell Soup Company has announced a plan to help tackle childhood obesity in its headquarters’ Camden, New Jersey neighborhood, the company has said.
Concerted industry effort needed for sodium reduction
In order to cut sodium from American diets food manufacturers must work in unison to reduce sodium in their products – and their efforts have gained momentum, according to major industry players.