Archives for September 11, 2007

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New aspartame review claims no grounds for concern

By  Jess Halliday

A new review of research on the safety of aspartame has concluded that suggestions of adverse effects have 'no credible scientific basis' - findings that add weight to the argument of those who stand by the sweetener's good name.

Danisco blends to take tortillas into new markets

By  Jess Halliday

Danisco believes its new range of ingredient blends called Powerflex, intended to keep tortillas soft and fresh no matter what the shelf-life requirements, could help open up new global markets for the food product.

FDA hearing eyes national nutrition symbol system

By  Lorraine Heller

The US government yesterday concluded a hearing examining the implementation of a nation-wide food labeling system to provide consistent nutrition information on product labels.