Snacking may be gene-activated, suggests study
Eating snacks outside of set meal times may be due to irregular switching on of genes in brain that 'expect' food at irregular hours, a result that has implications for obesity.
Archives for August 1, 2006
Cognis launches healthier aerating agent
Cognis has launched a new aerating agent that it claims has the potential to improve the health value of baked goods.
Large portion sizes result in more consumption, confirms study
Part of the reason why the French weigh less than Americans is that their culture dictates smaller portion sizes as the appropriate food unit, discouraging them from consuming more, according to a recent study.
National Uniformity for Food Act
National uniformity crucial for interstate commerce, says lawyer
Different standards and warnings imposed on food in one state but not in others impede commerce, confuse consumers, and increase the cost of food without commensurate benefit, according to an authority on food law.
ADM year profits up on good corn, oilseed results
Agri-giant ADM has reported strong earnings for the year, boosted by increased demand and higher prices for its sweetener and starch products.