Gluten-soy protein's potential for carb replacement
A gluten-soy protein isolate combination has significant potential as a carbohydrate replacer in cookies aimed at the low-carbohydrate diet sector, say researchers.
Archives for January 8, 2007
Baker serves up a slice of the black stuff
Ireland's signature drink, Guinness, can now be found in a loaf as well as a pint glass thanks to an unusual example of new product development in the country's bakery sector.
Drought blights Australian dairy exports
Australia's dairy industry may see export earnings drop by more than 24 per cent to under A$2 billion (€1.2bn) in 2006-07 because of drought, potentially causing global prices to rise.
Antimicrobial paper extends shelf life, claims manufacturer
MicrobeGuard today announced the launch of a lining paper liner that will feature AgION antimicrobial technology.
Single origin chocolate keeps consumers guessing
With Easter fast approaching, UK based gift service Gourmet Games has devised a new way to combine the consumer trend for single origin, health-boosting chocolate with novelty confectionery for the holiday season.
German project to create meat analysis RFID
Researchers in Germany are developing radio frequency identification (RFID) technology that will measure and transmit the quality and condition of meat as well as enable processors to identify products throughout the supply chain.
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FSA rules ok? The labelling rebellion
The battle of wills between the UK food watchdog and industry heavyweights over nutrition labelling threatens to destabilise the balance of power between industry and government.
Lycopene protects vitamins in milk, study
Lycopene, microencapsulated in gum arabic-sucrose capsules, slowed the degradation of vitamins A and D3 in skimmed milk by 45 per cent, says new research.
Genes could provide clue to elimination of wheat pest
US Scientists are mapping the genes of a wheat pest in an attempt to halt the fly's destructive effect on crops and thereby safeguard yields.
Olive oil linked to lower blood pressure
Moderate intake of olive oil, a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet, was successful in reducing the blood pressure of healthy men who don't usually eat a Med-type diet, suggests a new study.