Heinz recalls baby cereal on mycotoxin contamination fears
Heinz has issued a recall of some of its baby food in Canada on fears it may be contaminated with elevated levels of a mycotoxin.
Archives for December 15, 2009
Study slams kids’ junk food advertising initiative
Despite self-regulation, food and beverage makers still contribute to childhood obesity through television advertising of junk foods, claims a new study commissioned by advocacy group Children Now.
Campbell’s to cut sodium in SpaghettiOs
The Campbell Soup Company has announced plans to reduce sodium in its SpaghettiOs canned pastas by up to 35 percent.
Kraft questions Cadbury’s long-term targets
Kraft has dismissed the raised long-term growth targets published by Cadbury on Monday, saying the UK confectioner’s prospects are subject to significant risk and uncertainty.
Fast food intake may boost salt preference: Study
A preference for fast food may enhance our preference for salt, says a new study from Korea with important implications for salt reduction targets around the world.
Lactic acid improves stevia flavor, says Purac
Purac has become the latest company to release a natural flavor masker to help drinks makers deal with the reported bitter or licorice-like aftertaste sometimes experienced with stevia sweeteners.