Probiotic uses glycerol to kill ‘superbug’ in laboratory
A species of the probiotic genus Lactobacillus may selectively kill an antibiotic resistant bacterium, according to a study in Infection and Immunity.
Archives for August 9, 2017
Clearer food labelling on the cards with new whole grain food definition
An academia-industry collaboration has agreed on a definition that makes the whole grain content in foods clearer in its labelling, with the aim of providing clarity for consumers and manufacturers.
Supplement recalls: Polish, Czech and Hungarian authorities report cases of banned substances
European authorities have notified the EU of several incidents of food supplements containing banned substances this week.
Food makers expected to deliver on health but trust lacking, survey finds
Nine-in-ten consumers believe the food industry has a responsibility to provide them with a healthy diet but consumers are also mistrustful of the sector as a source of nutritional information, a new study reveals.