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Europe: DSM study finds continued demand for sugared dairy

While 62% of consumers surveyed are concerned about the sugar content in their dairy, sugared dairy is still preferred over sugar-reduced or no added...

Europe: Epax Ultra and Core concentrates now halal-certified, says FMC Corp

FMC Corporation’s Health and Nutrition division announces the Halal certification for all current Epax Ultra and Core concentrates manufactured in the FMC omega-3 facility...

Americas: Mazza Innovation opens extract processing facility

Mazza Innovation opens its first large-scale commercial extraction processing facility to produce PhytoClean cranberry, green tea and blueberry extracts, as well as other clean...

Americas: FDA wishes for reduced sodium levels in processed, prepared food

The US Food and Drug Administration issued draft guidance for public comment that provides practical, voluntary sodium reduction targets for the food industry. Average...

Americas: Consumers respond to better-for-you confectionery, finds association

The US confectionery industry has fared well in recent years, both during the height of the recession and its aftermath — underscoring the importance...

Europe: DSM sponsors conference theme on nutrition in daily life

DSM is to highlight the need for further research to explore the benefits of advanced nutrition on the health of urban populations at the...

Americas: Scientists say chili peppers can kill cancer cells

Capsaicin, the compound responsible for chili's heat, is used in creams sold to relieve pain, and recent research shows that in high doses, it...

Americas: Ingredion expands clean label offerings with US$100M acquisition

Ingredion plans to acquire Kerr Concentrates, Inc., a privately held producer of natural fruit and vegetable concentrates, purees and essences for US$100 million. "Kerr is...

Asia Pacific: Turmeric extract mitigates depression symptoms, finds research

India's Arjuna Natural Extracts is targeting the European market with BCM-95 Curcumin, an all-natural patented formulation of turmeric extract. The ingredient can help mitigate symptoms...

World: Consumers favor healthy, natural products, finds global study

A healthy diet is a major concern for consumers worldwide. When asked about the role of food in their life, 66% of Europeans, Asians, Americans...