Dow introduced a new weight management ingredient at Health Ingredients Europe this week, which it claims has been shown to block the absorption of saturated and trans-fats in pre-clinical trials.
Researchers from the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) have
created a fat replacement additive rich in soluble fiber,
beta-glucan, to tap into the low-fat food market.
Scientists on both sides of the Atlantic are researching a
little-known cereal that could be used in breads for people with
gluten intolerance. It has also been found to have cancer-fighting
compounds.
EarthShell, manufacturers of environmentally-friendly food service
packaging, has announced that it has signed a Co-operative Research
and Development Agreement with the US Department of Agriculture's
Agricultural Research Service.
