Archives for July 19, 2004

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Marriage increases tendency to diet

Married women are much more likely to be on a diet than their single counterparts, shows a new study, contradicting current economic theories on dieting. It also confirms the massive increase in the number of men on a diet.

Health claims law to pick up pace under Dutch presidency

European legislation on health claims could take a significant leap forward under the new Dutch presidency of the European Union, which appears to be aiming for the regulation to get its first reading in the European parliament by December.

Oat bran ingredient from GTC

Natureal GI (glycemic index) oat bran concentrate is the latest fiber-rich ingredient to be brought to the market by GTC Nutrition.

Industry seeking changes to bioterrorism law enforcement

Last week the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA) called for changes to the way the FDA is implementing regulations against bioterrorism. Since then, several other food organisations, including the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA), have...

Carotenoids play role in cell communication

Researchers at the University of Hawaii have produced further evidence to show how pigments in yellow, red and green vegetables, known as carotenoids, may work to prevent cancer.