Wholegrains better than refined grains to lower bad fats
Wholegrains, but not refined grains, could lower blood triglycerides, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, say researchers from the US Agricultural Research Service.
Archives for March 22, 2006
US firm boasts next generation sweetener
Six months after its launch, a new sweetener that claims to be all-natural, low calorie, low glycemic, nutritionally fortified and fully functional has attracted "staggering" interest. FoodNavigator-USA talks to manufacturer Quantum Food Design (QFD)...
Software gives managers a wider picture of the shipping area
Unisto Electronic Seals has launched additions to its software management system for trailers and tractors, using radio frequency identification (RFID) to give managers a wider picture of what is happening in the shipping area.
Free consultancy service launched in UK's South East
Food and drink companies in the UK's South East can get their operations assessed by an independent consultancy for free, under a government-funded development programme.
Food industry gives cautious welcome to salt targets
Newly published salt reduction targets have been cautiously welcomed by the UK food industry as being 'more realistic than the 2005 proposals', though health campaigners are furious.