Archives for October 24, 2004

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Tea still top tipple for Russians

Tea rivals vodka in the affection of Russian consumers, it seems, with a new survey showing that 98 per cent of the population drink the beverage on a regular basis - on average, at least two cups a day. But while consumption levels have been static...

Research focus on gene expression of low-cal diet

Investigations into benefits of low calorie diet lead scientists to pinpoint the gene responsible for an increase in life span in flies on calorie-restricted diet, paving the way to further elucidate the health and longevity benefits of a low-calorie...

Wal-Mart expansion should focus on Russia - report

Wal-Mart is the world's largest retail group, more than twice the size of its nearest rival Carrefour, but until recently it was virtually unknown outside North America. Recent moves into Latin America and Europe, however, have been widely seen as the...

French IFF purchase cleared for Frutarom

Bolt-on acquisitions move ambitious Israeli flavours firm Frutarom a step closer to its ambitions to reach the top ten flavour club with the firm closing down on the purchase of IFF's fruit preparations business in Europe.