Listening to what the tongue feels
Dutch food researcher NIZO has developed a new technology that records and analyzes the sound of the tongue rubbing against food, which can be used to predict the sensory effects … Continue Reading →
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USDA proposes school snack guidelines
According to Reuters, snacks sold in U.S. schools would need to be lower in fat, salt, and sugar and include more nutritious items like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, under … Continue Reading →
Fried foods may increase prostate cancer risk
A study published in The Prostate journal shows that regular consumption of deep-fried foods such as French fries, fried chicken, and doughnuts may be associated with an increased risk of … Continue Reading →
ConAgra Foods completes Ralcorp acquisition
ConAgra Foods Inc. has announced the successful completion of its acquisition of Ralcorp Holdings Inc. IFT Daily News
Survival of berries’ anthocyanins in the mouth
A study published in Food Chemistry shows that certain anthocyanins found in berries may be susceptible to degradation in the mouth, and therefore not provide their full health benefits. IFT … Continue Reading →
U.S. restaurant sales, traffic declined in December
Due in large part to softer same-store sales and customer traffic levels, the National Restaurant Association’s Restaurant Performance Index (RPI) declined in December 2012. IFT Daily News
Nestlé introduces new digital labeling scheme
Consumers in the United Kingdom will be the first to benefit from a new global initiative by Nestlé to give people instant access to information about the nutritional profile and … Continue Reading →
WHO issues sodium guidelines for children
The World Health Organization (WHO) has for the first time recommended limits on children’s daily consumption of sodium which it hopes will help in the global fight against diet-related diseases … Continue Reading →
Fruits, veggies may keep the blues away
A study published in the ritish Journal of Health Psychology shows that eating more fruit and vegetables may make young people calmer, happier, and more energetic. IFT Daily News
Consumer petition leads Gatorade to remove ingredient
According to the Associated Press, PepsiCo Inc. is removing a controversial ingredient from its Gatorade sports drink in response to customer complaints. IFT Daily News