Daily supplements of the beta-glucan based ingredient Wellmune WGP may alter immune function after strenuous exercise, says a new study from the University of Houston.
Americans are highly supportive of the current federal rules for labeling foods produced through biotechnology, according to a new survey conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC).
Cacao pod husks – a major by-product of cocoa processing – could provide industry with a new, environmentally friendly source of pectin, say researchers.
A factory upgrade has enabled a US food packaging and distribution centre to be in the ‘best position possible’ as future trends develop, claim the company.
Net profit for Q1 2012 for the Germany-based processing equipment giant plummeted to €12.7m – compared to almost €40m in the same period in the previous year.
UK-based Proseal has expanded their tray sealer line by developing a machine for food skin packs which it claims can reduce packaging weight, improve product presentation and increase shelf life.
Changing children’s snacking intentions and behavior could be crucial in reducing childhood obesity rates, as US children consume about a quarter of their daily calories from snacks.
Consumption of probiotics is associated with a reduced risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, according to a review and meta-analysis of previous studies.
Toppan Printing Co announced it has become the first firm to gain the BRC safety certification for its paperboard packaging plant in Thailand as part of plans to expand its operations in fast-developing markets.
Bioplastic food packaging is getting “closer and closer” to its conventional plastic counterparts, and could soon challenge in the market, according to a bioplastics industry expert.
Delivering the amino acid L-glutamine in the form of the dipeptide L-Alanyl-L-Glutamine may increase blood levels 224%, compared with L-glutamine only, says a new study.
ScoringAg, a division of ScoringSystem, has introduced a new food safety integrated Hydro-Cooler to the produce industry, which is designed to prevent the spread of foodborne pathogens in the food chain.
