Meta-analysis supports cholesterol-lowering potential of beta-glucan
Consuming beta-glucan may help slash total and LDL cholesterol levels for people with elevated levels, says a new meta-analysis of 17 RCTs.
Archives for May 4, 2015
EUROPEN: ‘The EU court of Justice might have more related cases to handle’
European Commission takes Romania to court for failing to amend packaging waste legislation
The European Commission is taking Romania to the EU Court of Justice over its failure to amend revised EU legislation on packaging waste into domestic law.
Northern Ireland pastry firm creates 43 jobs
A pastry firm is creating 43 jobs in Strabane, Northern Ireland, as a result of a £7.4M investment.
Wheat aromas directly affect bread flavor and odor, says study
Variations in wheat flavor and odor may directly affect bread flavor and odor even in low extraction bread, say researchers at the University of Copenhagen.
Disptaches from Vitafoods Europe 2015
Start-ups stake vital claim to nutrition leadership at Vitafoods
Experts at Vitafoods Europe say the true age of the start-up is upon us as markets fragment and larger players are caught behind the innovation curve.
A sugar tax is not on the cards, says German coalition
The German confectionery industry has slammed plans for a 19% tax proposal on sugar aimed at reducing obesity - but the social democrat party denies that such a 'sin tax' is on the cards.
Which new breakfast products have the highest purchase intent scores?
New data from Instantly’s Product Watch tool - a "live, crowd-sourced insights engine" which gathers insights from an army of consumers via their mobile phones as they shop – reveals fairly low purchase intent scores on many of the recent launches in the...