Probiotics increase protection against autoimmune disease
Probiotic bacteria could not only help fight viruses but they may also protect against autoimmune diseases like diabetes, says Swedish probiotics firm Probi.
Archives for October 11, 2005
US trade offer breaks WTO deadlock
A firm commitment from the US to cut domestic farm subsidies by 60 percent within a five-year timeframe could revitalize WTO negotiations and benefit US food makers, according to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA).
Soy processor taps trans-free oil market
A North Carolina-based soybean processor has tapped into the lucrative trans-fat free oil market through a patent process that also retains the nutritional benefits of soy.
New method to unlock secrets of beta-carotene
A fast, simple and environmentally friendly method of measuring precisely the beta-carotene and other carotenoid levels in pumpkin could help food makers achieve a better understanding of an important nutritional ingredient.
EU food risk tool highlights carcinogenic toxins in food chain
Harmful toxins dominate the EU's food risk alert system this week, detected in a range of different nut foods imported across the globe.
Food makers can do more to avert food allergy risk, says UK group
With a European crackdown on food labels for nuts and other allergens imminent, food makers have their work cut out, says UK consumer group.