Animal study suggests existence of sugar addiction, says scientist
Researchers at Princeton University claim that they have laid down the final pieces of evidence necessary to prove the existence of sugar addiction in animal studies.
Archives for December 11, 2008
Sara Lee announces plan to shed 700 jobs
Sara Lee has announced that it will slash 700 jobs from its global workforce and outsource parts of its North American and European finance and information services groups.
Biodegradable baking trays span production process
Biosphere Industries and Sealed Air have developed a completely biodegradable range of trays and pans specifically for bakery use, designed to be used throughout product manufacture from freezer to oven to table.
Fund enables pork producers to get back to work
A contingency fund of €180m to cover losses by processors and farmers arising out of Irish pork dioxin crisis will enable companies to recommence slaughtering and processing.
UB halves saturated fat across McVitie’s range
United Biscuits (UB) has announced a 50 per cent saturated fat reduction across its McVitie’s range, which it says responds to both consumer and government agency demands for healthier products.