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French food safety authorities have questioned the validity of studies linking bisphenol A (BPA) to human health problems but said the research does flag up “warning signs” that warrant extra analysis. Related news |
Biomass potential to cut energy footprint huge, says BuhlerBiomass materials such as cocoa shells can be used as new, cost effective sources of energy for chocolate processors aiming to reduce their carbon footprint, claims Buhler. Food packaging to aid aluminium’s global surgeIncreasing use of aluminium food and beverage packaging in developing countries will be one factor behind a possible surge in global demand for the material, said one industry leader. Chinese dairies shut down on melamine discoveryChinese authorities have closed two dairies in the northern region of Ningxia following the discovery of a further 170 tonnes of melamine tainted milk powder, according to media reports. Companies should collaborate to fight food fraud: ReportGreater collaboration and information sharing could help the food industry tackle food fraud, according to a new report from the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) and consulting firm AT Kearney. |
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Ingredients and creativity plump sales for poultry firm from FoodNavigator.com
Rectory Foods is eyeing up another year of bumper sales, despite the recession taking its toll on many in the sector. Its secret? Branching out into ingredients and responding quickly to market changes.
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US military may enlist Omega-3s to boost performance but why wait? from NutraIngredients.com
“An army marches on its stomach.” This advice, from French military adventurer Napoleon, seems to have impressed the US military which is considering fortifying troops’ rations with omega-3 fatty acids. What is it waiting for?
Carotenoids may reduce breast cancer risk in women: Study from NutraIngredients.com
Increased dietary intakes of alpha- and beta-carotene may reduce the risk of breast cancer among female smokers, suggests a new study from Sweden.
Beers rich in hops and barley malts linked to better bone health from FoodNavigator.com
A new study suggests that beers containing plenty of hops or pale barley malts could promote better bone health thanks to their dietary silicon content.
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