Drinking decaf coffee may be good for the liver
A study published in Hepatology shows that higher coffee consumption, regardless of caffeine content, was linked to lower levels of abnormal liver enzymes. IFT Daily News
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USDA releases nutrient database update
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has released the 2014 update of its National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 27. IFT Daily News
U.S. chain restaurants reduce calorie counts
New research from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health shows that large chain restaurants have introduced newer food and beverage options that, on average, contain 60 fewer calories … Continue Reading →
SternMaid to build microblending facility in Illinois
SternMaid, a Germany-based contract manufacturer that specializes in customized solutions for the blending, processing, and filling of foods and food supplements in powder form, has entered the United States with … Continue Reading →
Mondelez International names Gladden CFO
Mondelez International has announced that Brian Gladden is joining the company as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective Dec. 1. IFT Daily News
Storage affects flavor of mandarin oranges
A study published in Agricultural Research explores how storage temperatures and the amount of time in storage at packinghouses affect the flavor of mandarin oranges. IFT Daily News
Ingredion expands distribution agreement with Desert King International
Ingredion Inc., a global provider of ingredient solutions to diversified industries, has entered into an expanded distribution agreement with Desert King International, a producer of Quillaja saponaria and Yucca schidigera … Continue Reading →
Cargill, IFC to invest $2.5 M to expand program for cocoa farmers
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Cargill are investing $ 2.5 million to strengthen and expand the Cargill Coop Academy in Cote d’Ivoire to provide greater access to advanced business … Continue Reading →
Aging may improve ginseng’s antioxidant activity
Ginseng has long been recognized for its various health beneficial effects. A study published in the Journal of Food Science shows that aging of ginseng roots may enhance the antioxidant … Continue Reading →
Walmart announces new commitment to a sustainable food system
Walmart has announced its commitment to create a more sustainable food system through four key pillars: improving the affordability of food for both customers and the environment, increasing access to … Continue Reading →