Oily fish may reduce dementia risk: Transcontinental study
Increased intake of fish may reduce the risk of dementia by about 20 per cent, according to a new study spanning three continents.
Archives for July 7, 2009
Modified gum arabic may boost heart health
The modified gum arabic product 'SuperGum' may reduce blood pressure, even in people with normal levels, according to a new study from the UK and Japan.
FDA files complaint against New York cheese maker
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken legal action against a New York-based cheese producer, claiming that unsanitary conditions at the company’s plant pose a public health risk.
Natural cheese flavors for healthier products, lower cost
Sensient Flavors has released a new range of natural cheese flavors to help cut costs for manufacturers who are subject to fluctuating dairy costs and to respond to consumer demand for healthier products.
Dispatches from IFT 2009
Hidden hunger still an issue in California
This year is the 70th anniversary of IFT – and the 70th anniversary of the publication of Grapes of Wrath, by John Steinbeck. Since then, have poverty and hunger been wiped out in California?
Aging population could boost sales of healthy foods
Foods that are perceived to bring added health benefits are forecast to be among the fastest growing market trends over the next decade, according to a new report from the NPD Group.