Big cuts in sodium possible with only tiny liking drop: Study
Reductions of up to 50 per cent sodium content in food may be achievable with only minor decrease in liking and no effect on consumption of the food, according to new research.
Archives for December 16, 2010
North American organic market becomes world’s largest: Report
The North American organic food and beverage market has overtaken Europe to become the biggest organic market in the world, according to a new report from Organic Monitor.
Dannon on FTC settlement: “Our claims remain intact”
Dannon says its year-long negotiations with the Federal Trade Commission that resulted in a $21m settlement and modifications placed on its health statements, has not altered the core claims for its multi-million dollar selling probiotic yoghurts.
Foodborne illness affects fewer Americans than previously thought: CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revised downward its estimate of the number of Americans who become sick due to foodborne illness each year – from 76m to 48m.
EPA removes saccharin from hazardous substances list
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has removed saccharin and its salts from its list of hazardous substances, saying that the sweetener is no longer considered to be harmful to human health.