Archives for September 8, 2009

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Cognis launches aerating agent for cake mixes

By staff reporter

Cognis is launching a new blend of emulsifiers to give volume to cake mixes, concentrates and retail mixes that is said to be especially suitable fat containing batters and can withstand vigorous beating.

Meeting demand for ancient grains

By Jess Halliday

Interest in ‘ancient’ grains like quinoa, sorghum and teff has soared, not least because of their gluten-free quality. That means expanding supply to keep up with demand.

Chocolate cravings: Not due to hormones, says study

By Stephen Daniells

A woman’s craving for chocolate as she approaches the menopause is not down to hormones, but more a reaction to the stress and discomfort of the menopause, suggests new research.

The rise and rise of gluten-free

By Nick Hughes

The global market for gluten-free food and drink products has grown exponentially in the past five years with a raft of new products hitting the market. Clear leaders are starting to emerge in what was once a niche.