Archives for September 29, 2010

Mintel survey reveals continued confusion about high fructose corn syrup

Sixty-four percent of American consumers think that high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) is “okay in moderation” but there is still widespread confusion about the ingredient, according to data from Mintel.

GM salmon assessment ‘inappropriate’, say Senators

Eleven US Senators have signed a letter to FDA Commissioner Margaret Hamburg urging the agency to find another way to assess the safety of genetically engineered (GE) salmon.

AKFP applies for patent for gluten-free cassava flour

American Key Food Products (AKFP) has applied for a patent for the production process of its gluten-free cassava flour and has begun initial production at its manufacturing facility in Brazil, the company has said.

Canadian researchers to unlock functional food habits of older adults

Armed with a war chest from the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research (CFDR), University of Guelph will seek to understand the factors behind the functional food consumption habits of older adults.

Processed red meat linked to metabolic syndrome: Study

Consumption of high levels of processed red meat is associated with higher risks of developing metabolic syndrome, according to new research.

Special Edition: Asia

Looking East for salt reduction

Reducing salt is a major mandate for companies all over the world, but some of the latest science on salt replacers is coming from the East.