Archives for December 12, 2008

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Symrise invests in southeastern European growth

By staff reporter

Symrise is expanding the capabilities at its site in Vienna in a bid to gain more traction in the southeastern European market, with a particular focus on fat-based products.

HACCP software enables complete cycle control, says NWA

By Jane Byrne

A new software programme manages the complete Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) operational cycle to provide a powerful food safety and quality control system, claims its US developer.

Colours pose no health risk to Australians, says FSANZ

By Jess Halliday

A survey into the levels of colourings in food products in Australia showed usage far below the maximum permitted levels (MPL); FSANZ says this shows there is no public health risk associated with their use.

Low-carb diets may reduce cognitive ability: Study

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Researchers at Tufts University have reported that low-carbohydrate diets may impair cognitive performance, following a study comparing an Atkins-type diet with a reduced-calorie regime.