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Study shines light on photosensitive drink shelf life
19-Jun-2008 - The significance of lighting on shelf-life in photo-sensitive drinks and food products should not be underestimated by processors when considering how to store their products, says a new study.
Pilot study gives sign of fish oil for insulin sensitivity
18-Jun-2008 - A pilot study investigating the effects of fish oil supplements has hinted that there may be some benefits for insulin resistance which, if substantiated in bigger trials, could open up a new area of benefits for the healthy ingredient in the future.
New guide to help food processors clean up
17-Jun-2008 - Food factory cleaning and disinfection is the subject of new guidelines produced by the Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association (CCFRA).
Carbohydrate testing suggests beer body boost
17-Jun-2008 - An ingredient manufacturer says that one of its functional carbohydrate products can offer brewers improved texture and stability retention in lower or no-alcohol beer, according to independent testing.
Sidel initiative to help processor sustainability, says firm
12-Jun-2008 - French equipment and packaging supplier, Sidel, said it has created the new post of sustainable development officer within the company to help its customers reach their individual sustainability targets.
New checkweigher software improves factory efficiency, claims Ishida
12-Jun-2008 - A new software programme designed for Ishida checkweighers can improve plant efficiency by offering food processors a range of reporting opportunities, says the company.
Study hints at milk thistle's heart health benefits
12-Jun-2008 - A crude extract from milk thistle reduced the oxidation of LDL cholesterol by up to 86 per cent, indicating significant potential to boost heart health, says a new study.
Bacteria strain shows promise as natural meat preservative
11-Jun-2008 - The lactic acid bacteria strain Enterococcus faecalis CECT7121 can provide a natural preservative for craft dry-fermented sausages, according to a new study.
New method could end lettuce contamination, say researchers
09-Jun-2008 - A method being developed to stop microbes attaching to tissues could prevent bacterial contamination of fruit and vegetables, claims a UK food research agency.
New tool offers rapid method of acrylamide detection, say developers
06-Jun-2008 - A new tool aimed at monitoring acrylamide formation during food processing can offer rapid detection of the chemical, claims a research group in France.
Microbubbles could extend shelf-life on food foams
06-Jun-2008 - Microscale bubbles could whip up a range of long-lived, stable foam products whilst giving formulations interesting sensory properties, according to research published in Science.
New food equipment sanitizing range cuts down-time, says Radical
02-Jun-2008 - A new advanced oxidation sanitization process provides an alternative to using chlorine, while reducing down-time for food processors, claims its manufacturer.
Equipment synergy ensures rapid sauce processing times, claim firms
29-May-2008 - Pursuit Dynamics and Air Products claim that a new cooperation amalgamating their respective cooking and chilling technologies into a single line production unit can reduce cold fill sauce production time.
Boost for corn fibre gum's emulsifying potential
29-May-2008 - USDA scientists are continuing to expand the potential of a gum produced from corn fibre to replace gum arabic as emulsifiers in beverages, with a new study pinpointing the emulsifying properties of the gum.
New yeast extract helps cut salt in non-cheesy sauces
28-May-2008 - Synergy is introducing a new variant of its Saporesse lactic yeast extract, which is said to extend salt reduction possibilities to a broader range of food categories.
Weight and mood drive Euro functional food development
28-May-2008 - Foods that assist weight management, cognition and mood and that are high in antioxidants, fibre and whole grains are leading functional foods development, according to a UK-based market analyst.
Researching the perfect brown bread sandwich
27-May-2008 - The perfect wholemeal sandwich is moving closer to the plate thanks to research into bubbles in bread at the School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science at Manchester University in the UK.
EU project to provide bacteria-testing systems for fruit
27-May-2008 - Researchers are close to completing their EU-funded work on developing an appropriate sensor system to screen for lactic acid-producing bacteria (LAB) in fruit juices.
Process development targets dairy cholesterol cutting
23-May-2008 - A proprietary processing development for natural dairy-based ingredients can offer a lower cholesterol alternative to regular milk, while maintaining the same taste profile, according to its manufacturer.
Erythritol use blossoms but regulatory, technical challenges remain
22-May-2008 - Manufacturers are getting more adventurous over erythritol use since it gained EU-wide approval this year, says Cargill, but the real boom will come when they can make a low-calorie claim in Europe.
Sausage sensor designed for metal detection
22-May-2008 - A new metal detection technology for sausage manufacturing can ensure improved safety and quality within a product even in harsh meat processing environments, according to its manufacturer.
Oil palm genome sequencing may aid sustainability
21-May-2008 - A US-Malaysian partnership has completed the first phase of annotating the oil palm genome in a process it hopes will enable increased oil yields and sustainability.
Robotics a solution to global challenge, says CenFRA
20-May-2008 - Robotics and automation will help food processors offset higher raw material and energy costs, claims the Centre for Food Robotics and Automation (CenFRA), as it prepares to open its new site in Doncaster, Northern England this week.
Zinc bound in yeast promotes superior bioavailability, claims study
20-May-2008 - The bioavailability of zinc organically bound in yeast is superior when compared to zinc gluconate salts, claim two recent studies backed by Lallemand Health Ingredients.
Weekly comment
Time for an organic-GM peace treaty
19-May-2008 - The war between the GM and organic movements has been bitterly fought. However in the midst of a global food crisis the time has come for these old enemies to bury their differences and concentrate on the benefits an alliance may bring.
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