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Treating insoluble durum wheat fibre with an enzyme could produce a soluble fibre with potential prebiotics activity, according to a new study. Related news |
Roquette may bring more microalgae plants into the familyRoquette has plans to acquire more microalgae plants as part of its long-term strategy to become an important player in this emerging and interesting area of nutrition and health. Bridging the benefit-ingredient knowledge gapCompanies need to do more to link health benefits and those particular ingredients that deliver them to capitalise on consumer interest, according to research commissioned by Beneo-Orafti. Fruit and veg may boost bone health: studyIncreasing the alkali content of the diet by eating food such as fruit and vegetables may reduce calcium excretion and boost bone health, says a new study. Indena provides new head for natural products journalThe R&D director of the natural products company Indena has been awarded the top job at the journal Fitoterapia. |
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European producers of citric acid and monosodium glutamate have this week received long-term assurance that their prices will be supported against cheaper Chinese imports, but China is expected to remain a significant player in a more level field.
The Real Good Food Company has forecast reduced profits and announced that it will move from its London office in order to cut costs.
While a new child soft drink consumption study in the UK suggests some industry health drive success, nutritionists predict further scrutiny lies ahead for higher sugar, carbonated products, which are still popular with all age groups.
The plummeting price of crude oil is having a knock-on effect that is bringing benefits to certain food ingredients such as soy, according to a leading supplier.
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