Beneo-Orafti bumps inulin price 25 per cent
The world’s number one inulin supplier, Belgium-based Beneo-Orafti, has jacked the price of its inulin and oligofructose offerings for the second time in less than 12 months.
Archives for August 25, 2008
Milk helps exercise recovery: researchers
Consuming milk can assist muscle recuperation after exercise according to a study published in the August edition of the Journal of Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism.
Price actions on cost rises deliver steady H1 for Kerry ingredients unit
Food firm Kerry delivers like-for-like trading profit of €134 million at its ingredients and flavours unit for the first half of 2008, thanks in part to 'prudent price actions' that have brought good cost recovery to the group.
High-caffeine Cocaine ok for Euro drinkers
The controversial energy drink called Cocaine, which while drug-free, contains 350 per cent more caffeine than rival brand Red Bull, this week hit UK shelves amidst criticism from politicians over the launch.
Rice bran contains high arsenic levels, study
A new study has found that rice bran contains high levels of arsenic, which threatens to seriously call into question its use in foods and supplements.