Archives for February 21, 2011

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Taxes could spur lower calorie choices, study finds

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

People are far more likely to choose low-calorie foods if high-calorie choices are subject to taxes of 25 percent or more – although not everyone is affected, according to a new study.

Researchers call for independent US food standards agency

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

Researchers writing in the journal Food Policy have called for an independent US food standards agency to ensure an innovative, high quality and price competitive food industry that also protects consumer interests.

Arab Revolt underlines the need for action to remedy high food prices

By Mike Stones

When Tunisian street vegetable vendor Mohamed Bouazizi chose to end his life in fiery suicide, no one could have foreseen the firestorm his death would unleash across the Arab world. But, two months later, as the Arab Revolt shows no sign of fading, the...

Special Edition: Lower fat foods

The long, expensive, worthwhile road to reducing saturated fat

By Jess Halliday

Healthier products are not just about the low fat alternatives. Even if there are some gulps at the cost of reducing saturated fat across mainstream ranges, it is worthwhile when consumers cannot taste any difference, say manufacturers.

DuPont extends Danisco offer deadline

By Caroline Scott-Thomas

DuPont has extended the tender offer period related to its acquisition of Danisco shares by more than a month to April 1, 2011, the company has said.