Archives for March 1, 2007

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Vanillin studied as shelf-life extender

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Vanillin mixed with a commercial available post-cut dip solution could help prevent fresh cut produce from becoming contaminated with pathogens, according to new research.

FDA publishes standardized ingredient definitions

By  Lorraine Heller

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a list of consistent definitions for food ingredients, providing a concise point of reference for food and beverage manufacturers.

France tightens food and drink advert rules

By  Chris Mercer

All adverts for food and drink in France must now carry healthy eating messages or companies will face fines, under rules launched by the government (Thursday) to tackle obesity.