EFSA estimates safe intakes for caffeine
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published its Scientific Opinion on the safety of caffeine, in which it estimates acute and daily intakes that raise no safety concerns for … Continue Reading →
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David Michael’s ‘flavors-on-wheels’ educates food science students
David Michael, a flavor and fragrance supplier, has hit the road again in 2015 with its customized recreational vehicle (RV) to share new product concepts—from a Croitzel (a cross between … Continue Reading →
QualiTech receives certification from the British Retail Consortium
QualiTech has announced it has received certification of its food processing facility under the British Retail Consortium (BRC) standard. IFT Daily News
Moore wins WFFC 2015 Flavorist Recognition Award
The Women in Flavor and Fragrance Commerce (WFFC) has named Tony Moore the winner of its annual Flavorist Recognition Award. IFT Daily News
AMCO Proteins expands West Coast operations
New Jersey-based AMCO Proteins has announced it has entered into a business relationship with Quality Distribution in Salt Lake City to further expand its West Coast operations. IFT Daily News
Savoury Systems receives Non-GMO Project verification for yeast extract
Savoury Systems International (SSI) has announced it has achieved Non-GMO Project Verified status for product #1000 Yeast Extract Low Salt-High Protein. IFT Daily News
Ohio House okays ban on pure caffeine, powdered alcohol sales
According to the Associated Press, a bill banning the sale of pure caffeine products in Ohio cleared the state House on May 27, one year after a high school senior … Continue Reading →
Brain dynamics set your ideal portion size
A study published in NeuroImage shows that selection of the ideal portion size relies on specific spatio-temporal brain dynamics. IFT Daily News
Duravant acquires Hamer to expand packaging platform
Duravant, a global engineered equipment manufacturer serving the food processing, packaging, and material handling sectors, has acquired Hamer, a manufacturer of packaging equipment specializing in automated bagging systems, fillers, sealers, … Continue Reading →
Snacks rich in soy protein may improve appetite control in teens
A study published in The Journal of Nutrition shows that consumption of a protein-rich afternoon snack containing soy protein may reduce appetite, delay subsequent eating, and improve diet quality in … Continue Reading →