Fermented tea eyed as natural preservative source
Tea, seemingly always in the headlines for its potential health benefits, could also offer an interesting source of food preservatives, Chinese researchers report.
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Garlic's heart benefits pinpointed
The chemical compounds behind garlic's breath-tainting properties may also be the source of its heart benefits, according to new research from the US.
Wimm-Bill-Dann expands further into growing markets
Russian healthy food producers Wimm-Bill-Dann has increased its presence by taking over a dairy producer in Georgia, which will help supply markets in Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Cake and pie products must evolve to grow, says Mintel
Manufacturers of cakes and pies should focus on health, gourmet and unique flavors in order to increase their competitiveness in the US market, according to a new report by Mintel.
CLA in milk works for weight management - study
The use of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) as a functional ingredient in skim milk can cut body fat mass by three per cent, says a new study from Spain.