Olive leaf juice could be edible oil antioxidant
Olive juice, obtained by pressing olive leaves, may act as an antioxidant to prolong the frying life of frying oils, suggests a study using sunflower oil.
Archives for February 23, 2007
Omega-3 market to climb to $7bn
With its United States market value swelling from approximately $100m to more than $2bn in four years, omega-3 enriched foods make up the strongest sector of the functional foods market - and there is still room for significant growth.
Chiquita struggles to face up to challenges
Banana supplier Chiquita has reported a widened loss in its fourth quarter and full year, but the firm said it expects a number of strategic initiatives it has put in place will help it gain momentum in 2007.
Kerry launches new dairy ingredient for shelf-life extension
Kerry Bio-Science has launched an improved version of its fresh-keeping ingredients for dairy products, which claims to deliver improved performance at a lower cost.
Are UK consumers becoming more health-conscious?
Increasing consumer awareness in the UK over healthy eating suggests that government messages are finally getting through.