Beverage industry backs Mrs. Obama’s anti-obesity drive
The US beverage industry has been quick to show its support for Michelle Obama’s new ‘Let’s Move’ campaign, by announcing new calorie-labeling initiatives.
Archives for February 10, 2010
Desserts no longer qualify for Heart Check mark
The American Heart Association (AHA) has decided to remove the entire desserts category from its list of products that could qualify for its Heart Check front of pack labeling scheme.
Fury over Kraft u-turn on Cadbury plant closure
Kraft Foods’s reneging on a decision to keep a Cadbury factory near Bristol in the UK open will result in the loss of 400 jobs and has drawn criticism from politicians and unions alike.
Quinoa and buckwheat top nutrition tables for gluten-free
The polyphenol content of quinoa and buckwheat flours may enhance the nutritional profile of gluten-free formulations, and may be a better option than amaranth, says a new study.