EFSA opinion paves way for EU approval of stevia-based sweeteners
EU approval for natural sweeteners from the stevia leaf has moved one step closer after scientists at the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) gave them a clean bill of health.
Archives for April 13, 2010
Organic brands turn to sustainablity to recapture growth
Organic food brands are turning to sustainability in an effort to justify their price premium and combat declining sales, according to Organic Monitor.
EC revises restrictions on guar gum imports
Restrictions on guar gum imported from India into the EU have been revised on fears that the risk of dioxin contamination of the product remains too high.
MSG not linked to obesity: Chinese study
Excessive intakes of the flavour enhancer MSG are not associated with weight gain, according to new data from China that challenges previous claims.