Archives for February 11, 2003

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Snack foods - redefining our diet

Consumer demand for convenience is a major factor behind the growth of the US snacks sector, but a new report warns the many health foods manufacturers getting in on the trend that convenience still beats the desire for better nutrition when it comes...

Celiac disease more prevalent than thought

One out of every 133 Americans may have celiac disease, according to results from one of the largest studies ever on the disease, found to be much more common in the US than previously thought.

Quaker merger boosts PepsiCo profits

The merger of PepsiCo with compatriot Quaker Oats gave a major boost to operating profits at the giant snack food and soft drinks group in 2002 - and the recent reorganisation of the international business should lead to further gains in 2003.

Consumer weight-loss product reaches retailers

Chromium products maker Nutrition 21 is extending the market for its Lite Bites Fat Fighting System nutrition bars, with distribution on a retail test market to begin this week.