Americans may be wasting more food than they think
A study published in PLOS ONE shows that while most Americans are aware that food waste is a problem, are concerned about it, and say they work to reduce their … Continue Reading →
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Daily sugar-sweetened beverage consumption may increase fatty liver disease risk
A study published in the Journal of Hepatolgy shows that a daily sugar-sweetened beverage habit may increase the risk for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). IFT Daily News
Fermented foods may decrease social anxiety
A study published in Psychiatry Research shows that young adults who eat more fermented foods have fewer social anxiety symptoms, with the effect being greatest among those at genetic risk … Continue Reading →
Biggest culprits of food waste at home
A study published in the International Journal of Consumer Studies shows that the top causes of food waste in homes include buying too much, preparing in abundance, unwillingness to consume … Continue Reading →
Barry Callebaut to acquire assets of American Almond
The Barry Callebaut Group, a manufacturer of chocolate and cocoa products, has signed an agreement to acquire the customer portfolio, brands, recipes, and manufacturing equipment from nut products manufacturer American … Continue Reading →
Avian flu outbreak expands; egg rationing begins
According to Reuters, Canadian geese in Michigan have tested positive for a lethal strain of bird flu, bringing the worst outbreak of the disease in U.S. history to a 21st … Continue Reading →
Shoppers seek freshness, quality first in produce
The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) has released its inaugural report, “The Power of Produce 2015,” which explores changes in shoppers’ produce purchasing trends and behaviors at retail. IFT Daily News
Lower-calorie foods, beverages drive supermarket sales growth
A report from the Hudson Institute shows that lower-calorie foods and beverages drove the bulk of sales growth for supermarket chains between 2009 and 2013, making up 59% of growth, … Continue Reading →
Consumers like their snacks with a ‘healthy’ twist
Consumers are looking for snacks that have a perceived health benefit, reports The NPD Group, a global information company. IFT Daily News
Campbell to acquire Garden Fresh Gourmet
Campbell Soup has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets and business of Garden Fresh Gourmet for $ 231 million. IFT Daily News