New report makes the case for nationwide soda tax
The idea of taxing sugary beverages to reduce obesity and bring public health benefits has been raised again in a new report published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Archives for September 20, 2009
Communities offered $650m to cut junk food, promote health
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced that reducing poor food choices and improving nutrition is a top priority for a $650m locally led initiative to improve health in US communities.
Are health claims curbing freedom of speech?
The US FDA is being sued over its health claims regime – actions that are unlikely to succeed according to most pundits – but they raise serious questions about healthy food messaging and free speech that are being felt globally.
New gluten to offer formulation enhancements
A low-salt, low-fat gluten ingredient is being developed in Australia, with the potential to offer formulators a product with a lighter colour and enhanced texture.
GM could save US wheat industry, says report
Biotechnology (GM) could reverse the decline in US wheat production and safeguard supplies for the food chain, a new report has concluded.
Soy fiber gives tortillas health boost plus cost savings, says Solae
Solae has released a new soy fiber ingredient for use in tortillas and flat breads to increase shelf-life, yield, and provide cost-savings, while also tapping in to consumer demand for healthier products.