Germany elaborates nutrient profiles for health claims
The German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment has released its proposals for elaborating nutrient profiles, one of the most controversial elements of Europe's proposed health claims law.
Archives for April 24, 2007
Rose petal extracts to see strawberry pigments bloom?
Antioxidant compounds extracted from rose petals could protect the colour of strawberry extracts during processing, says a new study.
Ireland earmarks millions for functional food research
Ireland has formally launched its marine functional foods research programme, pledging to spend €5.2m towards becoming a leader in the global market for foods with added health benefits.
Probiotic teams more useful than single strain - study
A combination of different probiotics strains reduces the ability of potentially pathogenic bacteria to colonise the gut more than single strains, says new research that proposes industry should look to expand research in this area.