Salt reduction benefits may go beyond blood pressure: Study
Reducing the intake of salt from the diet may improve the health of blood vessels, with the effects going beyond blood pressure benefits, says a new study.
Archives for January 27, 2009
Impress set to buy seafood can maker
Impress is set to acquire one of Spain’s leading manufacturers of steel cans for seafood in a move which the can maker said will broaden its coverage of the industry in Europe, as well as reinforcing its position as a leading global producer of seafood cans.
Shocking research sheds light on kebab content
A new study into the nutritional content of kebabs sold in the UK has shown that the late-night take-out could be disastrous for healthy eating, with some doner kebabs racking up as many has 1000 calories without sauce.
Cost cutting shores up Sealed Air, claims CEO
Global packaging supplier, Sealed Air, reported a 41 per cent fall in fourth-quarter profit but its results were higher than Wall St expectations.
Kellogg tests compact cereal box
Cereal giant Kellogg is testing a space-saving cereal box that the firm says could “redefine” the cereal aisle.
Crisps and tortilla chips top Super Bowl snack indulgence
As the most anticipated marketing event in the US calendar - Super Bowl Sunday – approaches, market analysts Nielsen predicts snack sales could hit nearly $600m (€455m) in the run-up to event.
Key claims equipment upgrade provides better sealing
An upgraded packaging sealer provides consistent sealing temperature to eliminate ‘burn through’ and seals that do not hold, according to the manufacturer.