Passion fruit peel may ease breathing for asthmatics: study
A flavonoid-rich extract from purple passion fruit may ease wheezing amongst asthmatics, suggest findings from a randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial.
Archives for April 6, 2008
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HFCS and the battle for natural
It is hard for food companies not to get drawn into the temptation of using attractive label claims that may be shrouded by a veil of doubt. But the real risk comes when the 'if you don't know, don't ask' question is finally answered.
Special edition: Applying health claims
Choosing health claims
In the first in a series of articles on the potential and dangers of health claims, NutraIngredients-USA.com examines the different types of claims that can be used on food, beverage and dietary supplement products in the US.
Sime Darby plans major investment in oils and fats
Malaysian multinational Sime Darby is to channel €34m into expanding its value-added oils and fats presence in Europe, including upgrading its existing Unimills facility and setting up new palm oil facilities.
Wine waste could boost stability and health profile of ice cream
Wine lees, the sediment left in the bottom of the barrel after winemaking, could boost the antioxidant profile of ice cream and slow the melting time of ice cream, suggests a new study from Taiwan.
Canada to lobby against mandatory ingredients labeling
The Canadian delegation for Codex will dispute mandatory labeling for the amount of health-related ingredients in processed foods, considering current guidelines to be sufficient.
Aromatech develops cost-effective flavours for Algeria
Aromatech is targeting the Algerian market with price-competitive flavours to suit the local palate, as inflated material costs are making basic products unaffordable.