Fortitech aims to develop Russian fortified foods market
Fortitech Europe said it has teamed up with distributor, KUK, to develop fortification opportunities with food and beverage manufacturers in Russia and Eastern Europe.
Archives for November 16, 2009
Nutrition of lunchbox foods attacked
Consumer watchdog Which? is campaigning for strict rules on the sugar, salt and fat content in foods that appear to be healthy, following a study of foods commonly put in kids’ lunchboxes.
Calorie guidance could be too low, says SACN
Scientists advising the UK government have called for an increase in recommended energy requirement levels.
Risk of infant, foetal mortality from Listeria higher than believed
Listeria monocytogenes could present a high risk to unborn babies and infants at significantly lower levels than previously believed, new research has suggested.
Diet rich in sulfur amino acids may aid bowel healing
A higher intake of sulfur-containing amino acids like cysteine following intestinal surgery might aid healthy intestinal recovery, claims a new study.
Food firms should tap opportunities in developing countries
Investment and business opportunities for global food businesses can hail from developing countries, says the FAO's director general.