Lupin sector defends safety of its ingredient
Recent research sheds new light on the allergenicity of lupin, suggesting that common assumptions about the dangers of the ingredient could be overblown.
Archives for April 11, 2006
Anhydro dairy dryer targets whey trend
The new Triple-A spray dryer from Anhydro will target growing demand for whey in added value product development, as dairy firms move away from traditional commodities.
Processors demand more from packaging suppliers
UK processors are demanding more innovation from their packaging suppliers to support the launch of new products for expanded markets, according to a survey.
Cider by-product provides natural alternative to tartrazine
French researchers say a by-product of the cider industry could provide an alternative to cosmetic synthetic colourants such as tartrazine (E 102).
Global concern over new EU novel food regs
Proposed revision of the EU regulation on novel foods has aroused concern among several developing countries, according to the WTO.
Dow to double production of trans fat free cooking oils
Dow AgroSciences yesterday announced that it is to increase production of its trans fat free canola and sunflower oils on the back of an increased demand as food manufacturers strive to churn out healthier products.
Insoluble fibre could protect against diabetes, more evidence
A German clinical trial has reported that eating a fibre-enriched bread for only three days improved insulin sensitivity in overweight and obese women by eight per cent, as the evidence for fibre protection against type-2 diabetes continues to grow.