Could chewing gum boost performance, reduce stress?
Chewing gum may improve measures of stress and lead to a more positive mood, suggests findings from a series of articles funded by the Wrigley Science Institute.
Archives for October 11, 2012
Evaporated cane juice lawsuit latest: Chobani’s ‘no sugar added’ assurances violate federal law, says complaint
Californian plaintiff Katie Kane has filed her second amended complaint against Greek yogurt giant Chobani accusing it of violating federal law by claiming its yogurts have “no sugar added” despite the fact they contain evaporated cane juice (dried sugar...
California company looking to create 'synergy' beverages category
A California beverage company called LifeAID is trying to carve out new territory between energy beverages and sugary hydration drinks with a line of products aimed at golfers, cross fit enthusiasts and, now, partiers.
Whole Foods Market trials color-coded labels to guide healthier choices (but animal products are off the menu)
Whole Foods Market is trialing a new color-based front-of-pack labeling system designed to alert shoppers to healthier choices in its stores.
Guar gum could be relisted on Indian futures market
Guar gum could be relisted on India’s futures market if a positive committee decision is reached next week, according to the country’s commodity markets regulator.
Kellogg’s $30m cereal recall: Consumer pains but no financial pinch
Kellogg’s recent recall of two cereal products following a metal mesh contamination scare will cost the firm between $20-30m and will hit consumer trust in the short-term, an analyst says.
NPF hits milestone with 200th advertising warning letter
The Natural Products Foundation has reached a significant milestone with 200th warning letter issued through its Truth in Advertising campaign.
Diageo slams 'baseless' Serrallés suit as Captain Morgan sails into storm
Diageo has dismissed as 'baseless' legal action taken by Destileria Serralles (DSI) in the US, which alleges contractual breaches linked to the former's move to shift production of Captain Morgan rum from Puerto Rico to the US Virgin Islands (USVI).
Private label penetration could reach 25-30% in US retail market in a decade, predicts Rabobank
Private label penetration could reach 25-30% in the US retail market in ten years, according to a new report by Rabobank’s Food & Agribusiness Research and Advisory group.
PLT beefing up to support anticipated BC30 probiotic sales surge
PL Thomas is beefing up its science staff to better drive the sales growth of one the major ingredients it offers, Ganeden’s BC30 probiotic, to take advantage of an anticipated demand surge.