Archives for December 18, 2007

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AHPA brings irradiation concerns to FDA

By  staff reporter

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) announced it has submitted a letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to request that the agency deny a food additive petition that would allow the use of ionizing irradiation on dietary...

Ingredients M&A round-up: 2007

By  Jess Halliday

2007 has seen a slate of mergers and acquisitions across the food ingredients sector. FoodNavigator.com presents a round-up of who now owns what.

Isoflavones may stop benign breast lumps: study

By  Stephen Daniells

The potential benefits of soy isoflavones for breast health may extend beyond malignant tumours, as a new study suggests a lower incidence of benign breast cysts.

Think big, think nano

In an exclusive interview, Professor Niels Christian Nielsen, winner of this year's Danisco Award, shared his thoughts with Stephen Daniells on the rise of nanotechnology and gave insight on this fascinating new area of the food industry.

Kosher tops list of 2007 product launches, Mintel

By  Lorraine Heller

'Kosher' was the most frequently used claim on new products launched in the US during 2007, while 'All Natural' and 'No Additives or Preservatives' were amongst the other most popular claims used on new products, reveals data from Mintel's Global New...