UK targets 20% calorie reduction by 2024
UK regulators want a 20% reduction the calorie content of certain “popular foods” by 2024 as part of the government’s drive to tackle obesity.
Archives for March 6, 2018
Consuming fiber and protein-enriched fruit bread could curb appetite: Study
Researchers from the University of Granada (UGR) have found a cereal-based bread enriched with soluble fiber, proteins and dried fruit could alleviate hunger.
Research showing organic techniques restore soil carbon could expand the seal’s appeal
New research showing organic farming more effectively restores soil carbon and reduces the cause of climate change compared to conventional techniques could sway more shoppers to buy organic – especially as conscious consumerism continues to rise.
Dispatches from Pittcon 2018 in Orlando
Viavi: Handheld analyzer use growing
The trend of bringing the lab to the sample instead of the sample to the lab is continuing, according to the head of the MicroNIR business at Viavi Solutions.
Brain bio-based industry opens US subsidiary to expand in North America
Brain has opened a US subsidiary called B.R.A.I.N. Biotechnology Research and Information Network US (BRAIN LLC) to expand its business across North America.
EFSA confirms emulsifier and stabiliser safety
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) scientists have confirmed the safety of the food additives, sodium, potassium and calcium salts of fatty acids and magnesium salts of fatty acids.
Blood pressure-lowering effect of astaxanthin may help fight type 2 diabetes: Iran RCT
Astaxanthin supplementation may benefit type 2 diabetics by lowering their blood pressure and enhancing their glucose metabolism, say researchers in Iran.