Fish oil supplements may help reduce diabetes risk
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM) shows that consuming fish oil supplements may lower the risk for diabetes and heart disease. IFT Daily News
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Del Monte, Natural Balance Pet Foods merge
Del Monte Foods and Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc. have signed a merger agreement. IFT Daily News
African mango extract may have weight loss, cholesterol lowering benefits
A study published in Lipids in Health and Disease shows that the extract of the seeds of the West African fruit Irvingia gabonensis (also known as African mango) may help … Continue Reading →
Why are veggies good for us? Using a nutrigenomics approach
Eating vegetables is healthy, as has been shown in large-scale epidemiological research. How, and to what degree, vegetable consumption can help prevent conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes, … Continue Reading →
USDA issues final rule to amend COOL provisions; industry pushes back
The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a final rule to modify the labeling provisions for muscle cut commodities covered under the Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) program. IFT … Continue Reading →
Secretary of State Kerry to host 2013 World Food Prize Laureate announcement
The World Food Prize will announce the name of the 2013 Laureate in a ceremony on June 17, at the U.S. State Dept. in Washington D.C. Secretary of State John … Continue Reading →
Acacia Special Chemicals to distribute David Michael’s products in Africa
David Michael & Co., a global manufacturer of flavors, natural colors, and stabilizers, has signed a distribution agreement with Acacia Special Chemicals. IFT Daily News
Leatherhead opens facility for pathogen challenge testing
Leatherhead’s has opened its new Pathogen Pilot Plant, otherwise known as DirtyLab. IFT Daily News
Campbell acquires Plum Organics
Campbell Soup Co. has entered into an agreement to acquire Plum Organics, a provider of premium, organic foods and snacks that serve the nutritional needs of babies, toddlers, and children. … Continue Reading →
Canned, fresh peaches nutritionally comparable
Many consumers believe that canned fruit and veggies are not as nutritious as their freshly-picked counterparts. IFT Daily News