Tag: health
Europe: Apricot kernels pose risk of cyanide poisoning
Eating more than one large or three small raw apricot kernels in a serving can exceed safe levels.
Toddlers consuming even one small apricot...
Americas: Bananas can help prevent blindness, say researchers
Carotenoids, which are found at various levels in different banana cultivars, are important vitamin precursors for eye health.
In a study published in American...
World: Nondairy milks gain consumer market share, finds report
While dairy alternative drinks account for a relatively limited 6% share of total global dairy launches recorded by Innova Market Insights in 2015, the...
Europe: Dairy sector drives consumer engagement in the day, says analyst
Daypart targeting, in which brands pitch products for consumption at particular times of the day, and high-protein products are two of the key trends...
Europe: Vitafoods Europe Conference to reveal updates on EU-funded projects
Healthy ageing is the single most important health category in the global nutraceutical market, according to a survey conducted for the Vitafoods Europe Conference...
World: Frutarom releases antioxidants for instant beverages
Frutarom Health releases NutraT, the next-generation instant drink powder with the benefits of a healthy Mediterranean diet.
Extracting the best innovation from the Mediterranean...
Americas: Eating pears regularly improves blood pressure in middle-aged people
Regular fresh pear consumption may improve blood pressure and vascular function in middle-aged men and women with metabolic syndrome (MetS), according to an ongoing...
Europe: Sonoco cans pack biscuits containing superfood ingredients
Germany's Hans Freitag cookie and waffle bakery and Fit for Fun wellness magazine have introduced multi-grain biscuits packed in Sonoco's enclosable 150 g composite...
Americas: Research shows canned tomatoes boost vegetables intake among subjects
The new 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend most Americans consume 2.5 cups of vegetables a day, a goal almost nine out of 10...
Europe: Regulators approve Beneo’s health claim on blood glucose management
Beneo says the Standing Committee on Plant, Animals, Food and Feed has agreed with the European Union (EU) Commission to authorize a second 13.5...