Archives for February 27, 2008

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New gum blend adds fiber to foods, sauces

By  Lorraine Heller

Gum Technology is introducing a new gum blend that helps bring fiber to a range of processed foods, while also delivering texture benefits.

Blueberry extracts may cut food intake, reduce obesity

By  Stephen Daniells

Rats fed extracts from blueberries gained up to 10 per cent less body weight than their furry counterparts not consuming the extracts, says new joint research from New Zealand and the US.

Functional chocolate creeps up on mainstream

By  Charlotte Eyre

A quarter of Western consumers are interested in chocolate with physical or emotional health benefits, according to Barry Callebaut, indicating that there is a strong market for functional products.

European nutrient profiling may exempt key food groups

By  Shane Starling

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has indicated key functional food groups may be exempt from potentially draconian nutrient profiling regulations being debated within the European Union and due to be written into law by January 2009.