Nestlé files flax omega-3 cereal fortification patent
Nestlé claims to have overcome disadvantages in omega-3 fortification of breakfast cereals by using fatty acids derived from flaxseed and incorporating antioxidants for shelf-life.
Archives for September 25, 2013
Sweet findings: Prebiotic sugar replacers pack nutrition, improve gluten-free bread
The incorporation of prebiotic sugar substitutes can optimize nutrition and improve the eating quality and consumer acceptance of gluten-free bread, research finds.
General Mills unveils sustainable sourcing commitments for 10 core raw materials
UPDATED - General Mills has unveiled a commitment to sustainably source 10 key ingredients, representing 50% of its raw material purchases, by 2020.
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AMERIPEN focus on packaging recovery and sustainability
The president of the American Institute for Packaging and the Environment (AMERIPEN) told FoodProductionDaily.com that while packaging recovery is improving, more can be done.
Kudos Blends posts 85% US sales increase on strong sodium reduction demand
Amid growing awareness in the US about reducing sodium in baked products, UK-based baking powder specialist Kudos Blends hopes to maintain strong growth across the pond with its zero-sodium potassium bicarbonate and low-sodium baking powders.
Rutgers students take home $4,000 PACK EXPO scholarship
Packaging students from New Jersey-based Rutgers University bested the competition in the 2013 PACK Solutions Challenge at PACK EXPO.