Selecting the right carbs for heart health, weight loss
A new animal study adds to evidence of the health benefits of a low-glycemic-index diet, already getting increasing attention from Europe's food industry.
Archives for August 29, 2004
Epi Ingredients adds yoghurt powders to portfolio
The continuing popularity of yoghurt - and in particular its health benefits - has led to a raft of new product innovation as companies in market sectors outside the dairy industry seek to capitalise on yoghurt's reputation. And ingredient suppliers...
Chocolate helps regulate blood flow
More research has underlined the heart health benefits of dark chocolate, shown in a Greek study to improve healthy blood flow and prevent clots forming.
NOW Foods' global achievements
Last week dietary supplements manufacturer NOW Foods was rewarded for its export achievements. Philip Pittsford, the company's international sales manager, explained how his company has benefited from the US Department of Commerce's export programs,...
CSM considers selling sugar confectionery unit
CSM, the Dutch food ingredients company, is considering the sale of its sugar confectionery unit in order to concentrate on its core bakery supplies and sugar operations - despite a very poor performance from the bakery unit in the first half of the year.