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Europe: One drop of blood to test for food allergies

Fraunhofer researchers are developing methods to specifically and reliably detect allergenic substances in foods. In addition, they are helping to establish processes that reduce...

Americas: Seeing bacteria glow in the dark

Scientists looking for traces of E. coli O157:H7 contamination in foods soon could have a new detection method on their hands - turning off...

Europe: Researchers find seaweed specie a viable food preservative

Bladderwrack seaweed from Danish waters contains antioxidants, which can effectively prevent fatty acids from becoming rancid in a number of products. This is the...

Europe: Food waste could store solar, wind energy

Saving up excess solar and wind energy for times when the sun is down or the air is still requires a storage device. Batteries...

Asia Pacific: Study finds taking more dairy can help in weight loss

In a study, participants who consumed more dairy retained 75% more lean mass (or muscle) compared to those consuming diets lower in dairy. The new...

Americas: Tasting with the nose might be possible, study

Scientists may be closing in on a way to let consumers savor the sweet taste of cake, cookies and other culinary delights without the...

Americas: Study finds link between fatty acid and longevity

The fatty acid linoleic acid (Omega 6) in subcutaneous adipose tissue was linked to lower mortality among older men followed over a 15-year period,...

Europe: DNA shows food labeling accuracy

Mapping a food’s DNA could in the future be used as a tool to check that the product contains the ingredients stated on the...

Americas: Soluble corn fiber can help boost bone health in women

Supplementing with soluble corn fiber at two critical times in a woman’s life – adolescence and post-menopause – can help build and retain calcium...

Asia Pacific: Fruit protein back in the spotlight

High-fructose corn syrup and sugar are on the outs with calorie-wary consumers. As a result, low- and no-calorie alternatives have become popular, and soon,...