Research project aims to replace saturated fats in milk
The University of Reading in the UK has been awarded a grant of almost £300,000 to research ways of reducing the saturated fat content of milk without increasing trans fat production.
Archives for September 16, 2010
Gurkha sauce, anyone?
An unusual range of premium sauces and chutneys inspired by the Gurkhas is gathering steam in the independent retail sector.
Sainsbury’s faces prosecution on excess packaging charge
UK supermarket chain Sainsbury’s is facing prosecution over charges that excess packaging on one of its fresh beef products could cause unnecessary environmental damage.
Mintel urges pie rethink to keep sales strong
Manufacturers of pies and pasties in the UK may need to find ways to make the products healthier if sales growth is to be sustained once purse strings loosen, according to Mintel.
European Commission adopts draft food trade deal with Morocco
The European Commission has adopted a draft trade agreement for the agri-food and fisheries sectors with Morocco that would open up new export opportunities for the EU food sector, especially for processed agricultural products.
Natural advocates may overestimate additive risk: Study
Consumers who are generally concerned about chemicals in their lives are more likely to seek out natural foods, indicates a new study from Switzerland – but if they have no grasp of dose levels they may be overestimate the potential risks posed by...
Fibre replacement may create low GI breads
Enrichment of bread flour with large particle dietary fibres may lead to low GI breads, according to researchers.