Sweet & sour: Cherry-infused cookies boost nutritional value, study shows
Cherry extract improves the nutritional value of products like cookies and may be useful for food fortification, a study demonstrates.
Archives for March 31, 2016
6 NGOs file lawsuit against US FDA over perchlorate in plastic packaging
Six public health and environmental organizations have filed a lawsuit against the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concerning a petition restricting the use of perchlorate in food packaging.
Dear North salmon bites presents Alaska’s “untold story”
In a category that is dominated by ruggedness, Dear North aims to embody a pervasive delicate, hospitable, and warm culture of Alaska in the form of tender and nutrient-dense smoked salmon.
Consumer trust in food companies is rising, but industry still has work to do, survey reveals
Consumers slowly but increasingly are trusting food companies and perceiving them as transparent as more manufacturers explain how they source and make products, but a significant portion of shoppers remain wary – indicating industry still has work to...
Vinegar as beverage? German winery thinks Americans can dig it
Packaged in sleek conical glass bottles, German company Lang Weinessig is supporting a super small-operation to market its low acid non-alcoholic wine vinegar to the US.
What’s New? Brands grow as consumers eye better-for-you options
As the number of health-conscious consumers increase, so do the number of brands touting a healthier alternative to what’s out there. Here’s an update from brands in this category that we’ve covered before.
US invests in nanotechnology for food safety
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced plans to pump millions into researching ways nanotechnology can be used to improve food safety.