Hostess to shut down due to employee strike
According to the Chicago Tribune, on Nov. 16, Hostess Brands received a court order for an expedited hearing on its request to liquidate. IFT Daily News
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Vitamin D may prevent clogged arteries in diabetics
A study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry shows that low vitamin D levels may increase the risk for heart disease in diabetics. IFT Daily News
U.S. consumers’ grocery purchases fall short for healthfulness
Some recent studies have illustrated the harmful effects of food away from home (FAFH) on Americans’ diets, but food choices made by consumers when grocery shopping may also affect diet … Continue Reading →
Report: National brands gaining on private label
A new report from SymphonyIRI shows that private label brands have experienced recent share losses in the United States across many consumer product good categories (CPG) and channels. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Probiotic may lower LDL, total cholesterol
A study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2012 shows that two daily doses of a probiotic may lower key cholesterol-bearing molecules in the blood as well as … Continue Reading →
Organic food in the U.S. to be tested periodically
According to The Wall Street Journal, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) has announced it will require periodic tests of organic food starting Jan. 1, 2013, to help ensure producers … Continue Reading →
Denmark repeals ‘fat tax’
According to The New York Times, after just one year, lawyers in Denmark have repealed the “fat tax” that was charged on foods high in saturated fats, citing a harmful … Continue Reading →
California rejects GMO labeling: What’s next for GMOs on food labels?
On Nov. 6, California voters defeated Proposition 37 (53.1% to 46.9%), “The California Right to Know Genetically Engineered Food Act,” requiring label disclosure of foods containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). … Continue Reading →
PepsiCo opens R&D center in Shanghai
PepsiCo Inc. has opened a new food and beverage innovation center in Shanghai, China. IFT Daily News
Dr Pepper faces lawsuit over 7UP antioxidant claims
According to Reuters, Dr Pepper Snapple Group Inc., the maker of 7UP, was sued on Nov. 8 for allegedly misleading consumers over the supposed health benefits of an antioxidant it … Continue Reading →