All news articles for September 2011

Bazi launches bid to dominate new healthy energy shot market

Dispatches from the ADA conference 2011

Bazi launches bid to dominate new healthy energy shot market

By Elaine Watson

The firm behind Bazi – an antioxidant-rich energy shot claimed to trump rivals in the nutrition stakes – reckons it could be a $100m brand in four to five years as consumers look for something that will give them more than a caffeine blast.

High prices take the shine off guar gum

High prices take the shine off guar gum

By Lynda Searby

There is no end in sight to the current guar gum shortage and record high prices for the hydrocolloid, which may prompt some manufacturers to consider reformulation, according to Euromonitor International.

Gluten gives dough elasticity

Dispatches from the ADA 2011 conference

Miller mulls first foray into finished goods with gluten-free range

By Elaine Watson

One of the largest milling companies in the US is considering making its first foray into gluten-free finished goods after establishing a name for itself in the gluten-free flour and bakery mixes market.

So.. that's 150mg, plus 240mg, plus...

Dispatches from the ADA 2011 conference

IFIC: We need to change the conversation on sodium reduction

By Elaine Watson

The fact that most Americans still don’t know how much sodium they should eat, are unaware of how much they actually eat, or simply aren’t bothered either way, suggests communication strategies need an overhaul if the sodium reduction message is to get...

Are calories from sugar-sweetened soft drinks 'empty' calories?

Dispatches from the ADA 2011 conference

Are sugary drinks making us fat?

By Elaine Watson

The row about the relationship between sugary drink consumption and spiraling obesity took center stage at the American Dietetic Association (ADA) conference this week with two academics going head to head on one of the most controversial areas of nutrition...

Potatoes: A great source of potassium, vitamin C and fiber that won't break the bank

Dispatches from the ADA Conference 2011

Potassium and sodium targets are incompatible, warns academic

By Elaine Watson

Further evidence that government healthy eating guidelines would benefit from a reality check was unveiled at the American Dietetic Association (ADA) annual conference in San Diego this week, where delegates were told that targets for potassium and sodium...

Are we eating too much sodium? Who cares, say 59% of Americans

Dispatches from ADA Conference 2011

Are we eating too much sodium? Who cares, say 59% of Americans

By Elaine Watson

Surprising numbers of Americans feel satisfied that they are already doing everything they can to eat a healthy diet, despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary, according to the results of two consumer surveys unveiled at the American Dietetic Association...

100g of baobab fruit cubes contain 5g of fiber, 2g of protein and 40% of the RDA for vitamin C

Nutrient powerhouse baobab attracts cereals big gun

By Elaine Watson

Baobab – the African superfruit packing an unparalleled nutritional punch – is being tested by a major player in the cereals sector and is set to feature in a clutch of new launches later this year from granola to chocolate covered fruit snacks.

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