India urges greater functional foods investment
Indian authorities have urged greater investment in the functional foods sector to join the battle against malnutrition and obesity, and promote wellness among the country’s 1.1bn population.
Archives for January 19, 2011
Kerry sells Dawn Dairies milk business to Glanbia
Kerry Group has sold off its liquid milk business, Dawn Dairies, to rival Irish dairy company Glanbia.
Glanbia bulks up consumer presence with $144m sports supplements acquisition
Glanbia has kicked off 2011 by making its second major US sports supplements acquisition in three years – with the $144m debt-free acquisition of leading pre-workout powder specialist, Bio-Engineered Supplements and Nutrition.
Broccoli powder plus sprouts may boost absorption for anti-cancer compound: Study
Combining broccoli powder with broccoli sprouts may boost the absorption of sulforaphane – the compound in broccoli reputed to have anti-cancer benefits, says a new study from the University of Illinois.
Eight-a-day may reduce heart disease risk by 22 percent: EPIC study
Eating more fruit and vegetables may reduce your risk of heart disease by up to 22 percent, according to a new study.
Glanbia confirms outlook despite Irish economic woes
Glanbia has reiterated its strong outlook for full year profits despite the poor performance of its US cheese and Irish consumer businesses.
EC complacency on dioxins weakens Europe’s food safety standing
The complacency being exhibited by Brussels over the ongoing dioxin contamination incident is every bit as concerning as the carcinogenic chemical that has found its way into the food and feed chains since the end of last year.
UK watchdog raps Coke Vitaminwater ads
UK advertising watchdog, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), has ruled against Coca-Cola Vitaminwater adverts for the second time in 18 months.