FSA seeks views on Wrigley’s magnolia bark
Magnolia bark extract could be used in chewing gum and mint confectionery to enhance their breath-freshening action, believes Wrigley, which has filed for novel foods approval in the EU.
Archives for January 12, 2010
Erythritol may boost whey-sports drink formulation
Adding common ingredients to whey-based sports beverages may improve the clarity of the finished product and allow greater consumer acceptance of this type of sports beverages, says a new study.
Galactic introduces salt reduction solution for meat
Brussels-based Galactic is introducing a new ingredient to enable reduced salt in processed meat products, but without impairing the functional characteristics.
Pine bark extract may ease haemorrhoid problems
Supplements of French maritime pine bark extract may reduce the intensity and duration of haemorrhoidal pain and bleeding, says a new study.
Consumer group urges bisphenol A and phthalate phase out
An Australian consumer group has urged the food industry to phase out the use of bisphenol A (BPA) and phthalates in packaging on health fears.
Rosemary may stop carcinogen formation in cooked beef
Extracts from rosemary may prevent the formation of mutagenic compounds formed during cooking meat at high temperature, says a new American study.