Archives for September 2, 2007

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Biogin increases flax lignan production based on demand

By  Clarisse Douaud

Chinese ingredients maker Biogin Biochemicals said it has seen an approximately 30 percent growth in demand for its flax lignans from clients in the US and Europe and it is increasing its production capacity accordingly.

Clean safety profile for HPMC as a food ingredient

By  Stephen Daniells

A safety assessment of the widely used hydrocolloid hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) has shown that everyday intake is well below any level that may cause safety concerns.

Novozymes targets acrylamide-reduction with Acrylaway

By  Jess Halliday

Novozymes has today announced the launch of an asparaginase enzyme aimed at reducing the formation of acrylamide called Acrylaway - another landmark along the road to reducing levels of the carcinogen in baked and fried foods.

Good-for-you ready meals drive category, Mintel

By  Jess Halliday

The ready meals market is anything but on its way out, as manufacturers tap into healthy trends and revitalise products once seen as favoured by 'couch potatoes' and people with no time to pay attention to proper healthy eating.

DSM claims end-product first for acrylamide-reducing enzyme

By  Jess Halliday

DSM has announced that its PreventASe acrylamide-reducing enzyme is the first to be used in a retail products, with a Christmas biscuit manufacturer launching biscuits with 70 per cent less acrylamide in German supermarkets next month.

Tuna tax to boost sardine intake, report says

By  Alex McNally

A tax on tinned tuna could lead to an increase in consumer health benefits when implemented in conjunction with a subsidy for canned sardines, a study has said.

News Focus: Health and Wellness

Longevity to be the next wellness trend, says Campbell

By Lorraine Heller

The final article in a FoodNavigator-USA.com series on the health and wellness practices of major US food firms reveals that Campbell Soup Company is expecting a major shift in the market, which will affect the way products are developed and marketed.