China’s foodservice packaging market to overtake US
China’s foodservice packaging market will become bigger than that of the US by 2020 at current annual growth rates, according to a report just issued by Smithers Pira.
Archives for February 13, 2013
Study provides ‘compelling’ evidence that HFCS and sucrose do not increase liver fat in ‘real world’ conditions
A new study provides “compelling” evidence that high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) and table sugar (sucrose) do not increase fat levels in the liver when consumed in ‘real-world conditions’, says it co-author Dr James Rippe.
Political persuasions may influence consumers’ brand choices: Study
Consumers of differing political ideologies may also make different purchase decisions when it comes to foods, according to new research.
Soda is 'like a slow-acting but ruthlessly efficient bio weapon': CSPI petitions FDA to determine safe limits for added sugar in beverages
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) has upped the ante in its crusade against sugary drinks with a petition calling on the FDA to reassess the GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status of sucrose and high fructose corn syrup in beverages.
M&A numbers down, but value of deals is up, investment group says
Nutrition Capital Network noted a record 247 deals in the health and wellness sector in 2012. Within that number, the group noted a decline in the number of M&A deals from the previous year, but an increase in financings.
Does taurine counter the performance enhancing effects of caffeine in energy drinks? New study says it does
Taurine in energy drinks and shots may diminish the effects of caffeine for enhancing performance in certain tasks, says a new study from Australia.
Netherlands calls on British companies to help food shortage
The Dutch government has called for British companies to help solve the potential food shortage crisis that is expected to arise by 2050.