Archives for July 9, 2002

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Linking fat and a longer life

New European-funded research could be moving science a step closer to understanding the complexities of obesity development in Europe, which in turn would help health professionals to provide effective, evidence-based dietary advice.

Can soya help reduce risk of breast cancer?

New research from the National University of Singapore and the Cancer Research organisation suggests a strong link between soya and lower breast cancer risk and suggests a possible reason for the protective effect.

Danisco tackles vanilla market

Vanilla, recognised as the world's most popular flavour, has had a rough ride in recent years with the price rising steeply as a result of tropical storms and a highly contested presidential election in Madagascar, the country that accounts for over...

Cost-cutting boosts 2Q for Hershey

US confectionery group Hershey Foods on Tuesday sweetened its second-quarter earnings forecast amid cost cutting and anticipated demand for the Halloween and back-to-school seasons, reports CBS Marketwatch.