High fat diet eases Alzheimer's?
Exploring how dietary components can interact to influence the metabolic state of the body, scientists show that a high fat, low carbohydrate diet eases Alzheimer's disease in mice.
Archives for October 16, 2005
Spiralling costs hit lactic acid prices at Purac
For the second time in six months, Purac raises prices for its range of lactic acids as raw material and energy costs continue to bite.
New vegetable snacks target kids' nutrition
In response to growing concerns about children's nutrition, a Spanish candy firm is to launch a range of healthy vegetable snacks that it hopes will appeal to children who are already familiar with the brand name.
Retail chip technology requires commitment
Metro Group's innovative radio chip technology has the potential to changethe face of food retail - but only if major retailers and suppliers caneffectively work together to homogenise current labelling standards.
Carrageenan range promises increased meat yield
A new range of specialty carrageenans designed to increase yield, prevent drip loss and ensure freeze/thaw stability for meat, fish and poultry is set to be unveiled.
MP urges passage of junk food bill
Junk food adverts targeted directly at kids must be banned if the UK is to seriously tackle the issue of childhood obesity, claims an MP.
Food scientists create new opportunities for corn by-product hominy
Unlocking new opportunities, New Zealand food scientists add value to popular corn kernel by-product hominy through the development of an ingredients matrix for snack foods.