Can't get no satisfaction
04-Dec-2008
The road to a successful satiety food product is paved with EU regulations and complex science
Out of the fat, into the fire?
04-Dec-2008
Rising production costs are causing manufacturers to tighten their belts while still attempting to offer reduced fat content
Naturally beneficial
04-Dec-2008
Sourcing and utilising new natural ingredients is a costly and complex business
Brain food
04-Dec-2008
With a demographic time bomb ticking, nutrition for the ageing brain is a no brainer. But is the science there?
The plot thickens
04-Dec-2008
The prediction is for a relatively low rate of growth in the use of hydrocolloids in the foreseable future, but it should still be ahead of the overall market
Save your skin
04-Dec-2008
Known for its ability to improve eye health, lutein is now promising protection for the skin
04-Dec-2008 By Elaine Watson
Will consumers continue to buy dietary supplements in a recession? Jonathan Shorts of Gee Lawson thinks so
Jump the Q10
04-Dec-2008
What will it take for the multi-benefit ingredient CoQ10 to gain acceptance in Europe?
All your eggs in one basket?
04-Dec-2008
Egg substitutes have numerous tangible benefits and are now in common use
Move in for the krill
04-Dec-2008
Krill's numerous health benefits are causing an escalating demand for the marine crustaceans
Island mentality
04-Dec-2008
Just off the coast of Northern France lie the Channel Islands: Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and a few others whose tiny populations apparently...
Firmenich signs sucralose enhancer deal
04-Dec-2008
Biotech firm Senomyx has struck a deal with flavours giant Firmenich to develop S2383, a new ingredient that enhances the taste of the high intensity...
Media storm as supplements are scrutinised
04-Dec-2008
Whatsinit.com, a controversial new website designed to alert UK consumers to adulterated or poor quality dietary supplements, has defended its...
BENEO-Remy finds new functionality in rice
04-Dec-2008
BENEO-Remy has developed a series of new rice derivatives including RemyLiVe: a stabilised high-fibre bran rich in protein, B-vitamins and healthy...
Primary function
04-Dec-2008
DSM's Anthony Hehir gives the lowdown on the future for functional ingredients
Whose fault is it we're fat?
04-Dec-2008
How about a New Year's Resolution to re-establish some personal responsibility?
Research update: new ideas under the microscope
04-Dec-2008
Grain of truthWhole grain intake and cardiovascular disease: a meta-analysisA meta-analysis was conducted to explore the relationship between intake...
Diet is key to reducing Alzheimer's risk
04-Dec-2008
Alzheimer's is not an inevitable part of ageing and the risk of developing it could be significantly lowered through changes to diet and lifestyle,...
Low folate levels linked to dementia, depression and mental health issues
04-Dec-2008
Mental health could be significantly enhanced through improved nutrition, according to scientists specialising in the treatment of depression and...
Solanic to open factory number two
04-Dec-2008
Potato protein maker Solanic is on course to open a second, far larger, manufacturing facility in 2010 next door to a potato starch facility in Ter...
Results of major omega-3 study to be published
04-Dec-2008
The results of a major new study looking at the cognitive effects of long chain omega-3 supplementation on 'mainstream' school children (without any...
Retailers jump flavouring gun
04-Dec-2008
Food retailers are pre-empting new EU regulation and telling suppliers to avoid using certain flavouring substances before they have even been vetted...
Naked bias of green tea action?
04-Dec-2008
White consumers may not benefit as much as their Asian counterparts from green tea in the weight management stakes, according to researchers at...
Dossiers seeking approval for health claims are 'poor quality'
04-Dec-2008
The quality of some dossiers submitted by applicants hoping to gain approval to make health claims under article 14 of the Nutrition and Health...
EU green light for stevia could take years, predicts professor
04-Dec-2008
Manufacturers keen to use extracts of the much-hyped stevia leaf as a sweetener are unlikely to get the green light from EU regulators for at least a...
01-Dec-2008
As many readers will be aware the consultation is now open on the setting of nutrient profiles under European Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.The Food...
Starch offers an ‘additive-free’ solution
01-Dec-2008
National Starch Food Innovation has launched two products, Novation 4300 and Novation 5300, which can be used to thicken cold water in a variety of...
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Trials of a prebiotic similar to that found in breast milk have been found to counter a decline in elderly people’s immune systems, according to...
Weetabix outsources spares sourcing
01-Dec-2008
Weetabix has signed a three-year outsourcing contract with Eriks Integrated Solutions, a division of Eriks UK, to take control of its maintenance,...
White water ride via reverse osmosis
01-Dec-2008
As The Milk Roadmap - designed to make the Britain’s dairy sector more sustainable - reaches it first review stage, one leading dairy equipment...
01-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
The quality of business coaches varies wildly, but Rod Addy finds the good ones are worth their weight in gold
01-Dec-2008 By Rick Pendrous
Manufacturers are at risk of losing their competitiveness unless they do more to counter rising energy costs, according to a new report from business...
Robot just the job for Jaffa Cakes
01-Dec-2008
Sewtec Automation's new high-speed robotic case-loading system is being used by United Biscuits for packing its McVitie's Jaffa Cakes into outer...
Crevice-free valves aid CIP and SIP
01-Dec-2008
The elimination of traps and crevices which might increase the potential for bacteria growth is an important design requirement for control valves...
Seal-less peristaltic pumps provide accurate dosing
01-Dec-2008
The Verderflex Autoclude OEM range of peristaltic pumps now account for 78% of Autoclude's sales. The pumps are available in a range from highly...
01-Dec-2008 By Lynda Searby
Buy badly and pumps can drain resources. Choose wisely and they'll save you money. Lynda Searby reports
Peristaltic pumps now pack Profibus
01-Dec-2008
Watson-Marlow Bredel is launching three new IP66 ingress-protection rated peristaltic pumps with Profibus DP networking capabilities. The first model...
01-Dec-2008 By Paul Gander
Offer your customers a step up in quality, shelf-life or variety with the latest meat and poultry processing and packing options, says Paul Gander
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Shadow secretary of state for agriculture and rural affairs, Jim Paice, talks to Hayley Brown about the major issues faced by food manufacturers
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Sarah Goodhew, group new product development (NPD) manager at R&R ice cream, tells Hayley Brown about the rewards of working in a team
01-Dec-2008
Cardiovascular health is said to be much improved with a new food ingredient based on carotenoids extracted from tomatoes.Lyc-O-Mato from Israeli...
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
With family finances under pressure, will consumers be cutting back on what they spend this Christmas? Hayley Brown finds out
01-Dec-2008 By Michelle Knott
Sandwich makers are also seeing changes in consumer purchasing behaviour as money gets tighter. Michelle Knott reports
01-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
Can NPD maintain the popularity of the dessert in these health-conscious times? asks Rod Addy
01-Dec-2008 By Nicola Cottam
Consumer acceptance of superfruits is more likely for some products - such as soft drinks - than others. Nicola Cottam reports
01-Dec-2008 By Rod Addy
Food manufacture has much to celebrate and last month it did just that
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Innovative ranges of beauty foods are launching around the world, from skin-nourishing chocolates to anti-ageing drinks. But how will the credit crunch impact on their success? Hayley Brown investigates
01-Dec-2008 By Hayley Brown
Control of wastage is essential in running an efficient cake-making operation, says Nish Fatania
01-Dec-2008 By Hugh Williams
How dare you waste your chief executive's time, talking about supply chain opportunities? This is of no interest to him. Surely, it is your job to...
McDonald's new look focuses on ingredients and provenance
01-Dec-2008
In a move that will be extended globally over the coming months, and could well inspire retail imitators, McDonald's UK has introduced new designs...
