Archives for August 12, 2002

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Quorn Foods defence

Quorn Foods has defended its meat-free foods, following an attack by the Center for Science in the Public Interest which wants Quorn to be recalled from US supermarkets.

Low levels of potassium could increase stroke risk

People with a low amount of potassium in their diet could be more likely to experience a stroke, find scientists. Increasing dietary intake of fruits such as bananas and nuts could help reduce the risk.

Zinc intake comes under the spotlight

Zinc intake among the elderly in Europe is generally low - but European researchers are currently trying to discover the role of zinc in preventing the chronic and degenerative diseases associated with ageing.

Nestlé hints at interest in Novartis foods

The Swiss food giant has confirmed its interest in some of Novartis' functional foods, part of the unit put up for sale earlier this year. Analysts speculate that the food group could easily afford to buy the drug company's functional food unit.