Archives for April 13, 2011

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Lots to chew on for R&D teams as gum claims backed by EFSA

By Jane Byrne

Positive opinions issued by EFSA for sugar-free chewing gum and the claim that it helps to strengthen teeth and neutralise plaque acid will, no doubt, leave R&D teams in the leading gum brand owners smiling.

Spanish initiative seeks functional food solutions

By Shane Starling

The Spanish government is backing an agro-food scheme that brings ingredient suppliers together with food companies, biotech firms, hospitals, research centres and the IT sector.