The effects of mineral-rich vs. purified salt in kimchi
A study published in the Journal of Food Science suggests that different salt treatments may cause changes in the bacterial profiles and metabolite profiles of kimchi. IFT Daily News
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Protein and salt may drive post-meal sleepiness
A study published in the journal eLife shows that higher protein and salt content in food, in addition to the amount consumed, may lead to increased drowsiness after eating. IFT … Continue Reading →
U.S. kids continue to consume too much salt
A study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics shows that American children are consuming sodium at levels that far exceed the daily recommended limit, which … Continue Reading →
FDA delays salt guidelines
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced it is extending the comment period for its sodium draft guidelines, which were issued in June. IFT Daily News
NuTek petitions FDA to allow potassium chloride be labeled potassium salt
According to Law360, NuTek Food Science has filed a citizen petition with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting that the agency “issue guidance recognizing ‘potassium salt’ as an … Continue Reading →
Higher salt intake may increase risk of CVD in those with kidney disease
A study published in JAMA shows that high sodium intake may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) among patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). IFT Daily News
Salt may drive fatty food intake
Two studies published in Chemical Senses and the Journal of Nutrition show that high salt intake may lead to overconsumption of fatty foods. IFT Daily News
New York City to require salt warnings on menus
According to USA Today, New York City’s Board of Health has voted unanimously to require chain restaurants to put salt-shaker symbols on menus to denote dishes with more than the … Continue Reading →
Balancing salt consumption may be optimal for health
Two studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine assessed sodium and potassium intake and related them to blood pressure as well as to deaths, heart disease, and strokes. … Continue Reading →
Senomyx to research new salt flavor modifiers for PepsiCo
Senomyx Inc., a company that uses proprietary taste science technologies to discover, develop, and commercialize novel flavor ingredients for the food, beverage, and flavor industries, has entered into a new … Continue Reading →