Archives for September 30, 2003

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SupplySide West opens doors in Vegas

The SupplySide West show in the US begins today with a packed seminar schedule delivered by National Institutes of Health researchers, ahead of the main exhibition opening tomorrow.

New structure for Raisio Nutrition

Benecol producer Raisio has announced that its Raisio Nutrition operations have been restructured, resulting in the creation of three new 'profit centres' - Food Sales, Production and International Operations - in addition to the existing businesses.

Age of exposure to cereals may affect risk of diabetes

Infants who are susceptible to diabetes and are first exposed to cereal before four months, or after six months of age, may have an increased risk of developing diabetes, according to two studies in today's issue of JAMA.

Breakfast may be key to classroom performance

Girls need a more satisfying breakfast than boys if they are to perform at their best in the classroom, according to a new University of Ulster study, while a carbohydrate/protein mix meal increased performance all-round compared with carbohydrates alone.

DSM upbeat as Roche Vitamins acquisition closes

Following the completion yesterday of its acquisition of the Roche Vitamins business, DSM says it has already identified over €150 million improvement potential in the acquisition, in addition to more than €75 million in savings expected from...