Archives for November 14, 2008

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In search of probiotics' oral potential

By Shane Starling

UK-based Leatherhead Food International (LFI) is seeking commercial interest for a research project that will explore the potential of probiotics to deliver oral health benefits.

Soy joint venture yields patent application

By Shane Starling

Solae and Novozymes have jointly filed a production patent for isolated soy proteins as the companies consolidate Novozymes’ enzyme know-how and Solae’s soy capabilities.

FDA cracks down on Chinese imports

By Sarah Hills

The FDA has stepped up its import controls for dairy products from China following the melamine scare and extended its investigation into non-dairy protein products.

Pepsi Canada re-jigs labels for the caffeine concerned

By Neil Merrett

PepsiCo is redesigning the Canadian packaging for some of its leading beverage and food products to detail their per serving caffeine content, a move it says is a national first in terms of nutrition labeling.