Proposed Chicago energy drink ban littered with legal errors, lawyer says
A proposed ban on energy drinks in Chicago is riddled with factual and legal errors, according to an attorney active in the dietary supplements business.
Archives for January 22, 2013
International survey flags up packaging concerns
Consumers have raised significant concerns about plastic food packaging in response to a survey covering the US, India and Sweden conducted by Innventia.
Canola oil secures GRAS status in infant formula after Danone petition gets green light
Canola oil is now generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use as an ingredient in infant formula marketed in the US following a successful application from Danone Trading B.V.
Kraft enters sports nutrition market with new MiO Fit water enhancer variant
A new electrolyte-enhanced extension of Kraft’s MiO liquid water enhancer will debut in a 30-second commercial during Super Bowl XLVII.
Bloomberg’s super-size soda ban hearing set for tomorrow morning
Oral arguments in a lawsuit brought against New York City's health board over Mayor Bloomberg’s super-size soda ban will be heard at 10am tomorrow morning (Jan 23), the American Beverage Association (ABA) has confirmed.
CAT Squared launches mobile food safety software
US software firm CAT Squared has partnered Janam Technologies to launch food safety data analysis software that can be used with a handheld mobile device for added convenience.
Seven things soda makers should do to tackle obesity…
While cynics might not be persuaded by Coke’s new ads promoting the role it is playing in tackling obesity, the soft drinks industry is increasing efforts to help consumers make ‘informed choices’ through calorie labeling and more no or low sugar options.