Apple polyphenols may ease food allergy: Nestlé study
An extract from apples rich in polyphenols may reduce or prevent an allergic response to food allergens, suggest findings from a mouse study by Nestlé scientists.
Archives for June 17, 2010
New soy protein concentrates rival whole bean extract
Solae is introducing new soy protein concentrates made using a patented membrane technology, which can replace or complement dairy proteins and are said to deliver good taste, functionality and nutritional value.
CASH blasts food industry on salt levels (again)
The food industry has been blasted by lobby group CASH (Consensus Action on Salt & Health) for the fifth time this year, this time for adding dangerously high levels of salt to barbecue foods.
Confectioners give cautious backing to EU labelling vote
Representatives of Europe wide confectionery, biscuit and chocolate makers have given a cautious backing to the much-anticipated EU parliament vote on amendments to the proposed food information regulation, which has come out in favour of industry...
Kellogg’s eyes up snack firms in Russia and beyond
Kellogg’s management has revealed its future acquisition strategy is to pursue international snack firms and increase its presence in Russia, Turkey and China and surrounding regions.
Cancer link prompts new call for bisphenol A ban
A UK scientist has called for the banning of bisphenol A after claiming new research has shown “growing evidence” that the chemical is a human carcinogen.
What ‘natural’ means in food regulations
‘Natural’ has become a word consumers like to see on food product packages, while ‘clean label’ is an industry term to describe an E-number-free ingredients list. But exact definitions depend on who you are talking to, and what additive you are taking about.