Doubts cast over value of low-calorie sweeteners
A lack of convincing evidence means that firm conclusions on the role of artificial sweeteners in weight loss cannot yet be made, according to a scientist.
Archives for February 21, 2006
Aquanova Degussa alliance promotes nanotech ingredients
Aquanova's alliance with Degussa could result in a dramatic increase in the use of nanostructured solubilisates in various food applications.
Green tea may reduce, but black tea may increase breast cancer risk
Drinking five cups of green tea a day can reduce the risk of breast cancer by 22 per cent, claims a meta-analysis of previous studies, the same studies that the FDA recently said contained very little science to support the claims.
Northern Foods faces another battle front in pie market
Faced with the prospect of losing its lucrative market for Melton Mowbray pies, Northern Foods might get hit again as Cornish pasties attempt to get the same protection under the EU's geographical indications system.