Archives for November 21, 2007

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Nano-emulsions boost curcumin as health ingredient

By  Stephen Daniells

The health benefits of curcumin, the natural pigment that gives the spice turmeric its yellow colour, could be enhanced by encapsulation in nano-emulsions, suggests new research.

Cargill steps up Brazilian chocolate production

By  Charlotte Eyre

US ingredients company Cargill today said it will increase cocoa product operations at the Sao Paulo plant in Brazil, as rising incomes in the country push up local demand for chocolate.

Hungary discusses renouncing half its sugar quota

By  Laura Crowley

Talks are under way in Hungary aimed at returning 50 per cent of the country's sugar quota to the restructuring fund, in light of the latest sugar reforms announced by the European Union.

Enzyme-modified canola protein could improve gelling

By  Stephen Daniells

Enzymatic modification of protein from canola could enhance the gelling properties of the canola protein isolate, and boost its potential as a food ingredient, suggests a new study from Canada.