Ban candy at cash counters, say researchers
Putting candy near cash registers creates an obesity risk and should be banned, according to researchers.
Archives for October 14, 2012
Industry coalition files lawsuit vs 'irrational and nonsensical' super-size soda ban
The American Beverage Association (ABA) and other opponents of New York City's proposed ban on super-size sodas have filed a lawsuit arguing that the city's health board - which voted to implement the ban - did not have the authority to do so.
FNCE hot topic: Is phosphorus the new trans fat?
Dietary exposure to high levels of phosphorus could be increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to one kidney specialist.
E.coli healthcare costs to Canada estimated in study
Health costs associated with E.coli 0157 have been estimated at CA$240m a year, according to a study.
Nestlé breakfast cereal reformulation needs tact, warns specialist
Cereal Partners Worldwide’s reformulation plan for 20 of its Nestlé breakfast cereal brands must happen gradually and unobtrusively to succeed, warns a nutrition policy specialist.
Special edition: Natural sweeteners
Quality of stevia products ‘assured’, says new analysis
The addition of steviol glycosides to a variety of food does not alter the quality or shelf-life of the products, says a new study.
US red meat export volumes slow
Beef and pork exports from the US have seen a dip on last year’s figures, according to the latest report from the US Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
Romney win would mean more flexible FSMA, expert says
The re-election of President Obama will mean a quicker and more stringent application of rules arising out of the Food Safety Modernization Act, an industry consultant has asserted.