Archives for December 12, 2007

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Cholesterol-busting Benecol enters Ecuador

By  Alex McNally

Raisio has signed an agreement to see its branded cholesterol lowering ingredient enter the Ecuadorian market in yoghurt - a move it says will take advantage of great market potential.

Sodas and cereal most popular food items in 2007

By  Laura Crowley

Carbonated soft drinks topped the list of all packaged goods purchased in the US this year, according to research on consumer trends by The Nielsen Company, while strong sales for ready-to-eat cereals stress a preference for convenience.

FSA considers regulatory action on trans fats

By  Laura Crowley

The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) will discuss tomorrow whether to maintain a voluntary approach for food manufacturers in limiting harmful trans fatty acids or whether to introduce mandatory restrictions.