Archives for November 29, 2004

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Genetic maps of crops get closer

Understanding the genetic make-up of rice will help scientists to map the genomes of corn and sorghum crops, say US researchers, at at time when scientists are keen to promote the gluten-free benefits of sorghum in food formulations.

Chylomicrons open the door to eventual NPD?

The knowledge gap between why people with low 'bad' cholesterol levels are still susceptible to heart attacks gets narrower with breakthrough research from a nutritional food scientist suggesting that the little known chylomicrons and their pathways...

Japanese cooking oil helps cut cholesterol

A novel cooking oil further lowers cholesterol in people on cholesterol-lowering medication and could offer a safer alternative to increasing drug dosages, suggests new research.

Glenmorangie growth highlights reason for LVMH bid

Glenmorangie's final set of interim figures before its takeover by French luxury goods group LVMH underline the importance of the acquisition, with the whisky maker's premium brands all performing ahead of expectations.

Sorghum genetic map nearer than we think?

Understanding the genetic make-up of rice will help scientists to map the genomes of corn and sorghum crops, say US researchers, at a time when scientists are keen to promote the gluten-free benefits of sorghum in food formulations.

Orafti reaps rewards at Russian ingredients show

Belgian ingredients group Orafti has walked away with three awards at this year's Ingredients Russia 2004 exhibition, more than any other company, but major international groups did not have it all their own way, with a number of local producers also...

Infant foods in mycotoxin safety limits

Food safety reaffirmed with infant foods in the UK strapped into the legal limits for fungal contamination, finds a recent survey from the UK's food watchdog.