Top scientists back new PAH levels for food
An expert group in Brussels backs a Commission proposal for tighter levels of the potentially carcinogenic compounds Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) found in grilled meats.
Archives for October 13, 2004
Danisco breaks ground on pectin plant in Brazil
Risk assessment and market predictions translate into new pectin opportunities for Danisco that will break ground on a new pectin plant in Brazil, to be up and running by 2007, reports Lindsey Partos.
Low-carb diet may have benefits over reducing fat
A low-carbohydrate diet improved cholesterol levels of severely obese people and may also curb markers of inflammation better than a reduced-fat diet, suggests a six-month study.
War in trans fats spears new product development
The battle for market share in the growing zero trans fats oil marketplace has gathered pace after a small US co-operative joined the large commercial players by rolling out its first batch of trans fat-free soybean oil.