FDA hearing eyes national nutrition symbol system
The US government yesterday concluded a hearing examining the implementation of a nation-wide food labeling system to provide consistent nutrition information on product labels.
Archives for September 11, 2007
Fish and 'fruity vegetables' may reduce asthma and allergies
A diet rich in vegetables, such as tomatoes and aubergines, and fish can help cut asthma and allergy incidence in children, a study suggests.
ADM, Cargill announce leadership shifts
The two leading US agricultural processors, Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) and Cargill, yesterday announced new appointments and leadership reshuffling.
Danisco blends to take tortillas into new markets
Danisco believes its new range of ingredient blends called Powerflex, intended to keep tortillas soft and fresh no matter what the shelf-life requirements, could help open up new global markets for the food product.
New aspartame review claims no grounds for concern
A new review of research on the safety of aspartame has concluded that suggestions of adverse effects have 'no credible scientific basis' - findings that add weight to the argument of those who stand by the sweetener's good name.