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FDA takes step to further reduce trans fats in processed foods

FDA takes step to further reduce trans fats in processed foods

The US Food and Drug Administration announced its preliminary determination that partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), the primary dietary source of artificial trans fat in processed foods, are not ‘generally recognised as safe’ for use in

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Use technologies and resources to achieve food security : Anwar

Use technologies and resources to achieve food security : Anwar

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Processing Industries Tariq Anwar said use of better technologies can help us achieve our primary goal of food security even if availability of land and water is

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Study reveals reasons behind child obesity

Study reveals reasons behind child obesity

A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine shows that childhood obesity may be associated with receptiveness to TV fast food advertising.A sample of 2,541 American participants, ages 15–23, were surveyed for the

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Eating Peanut Butter/Peanuts at breakfast helps control hunger

Eating Peanut Butter/Peanuts at breakfast helps control hunger

A new study, released in the current British Journal of Nutrition, showed that consuming peanut butter or peanuts for breakfast can control blood sugar throughout most of the day, even after eating a high carbohydrate

Functional Foods
Ireena Vittal joins Tata Global Beverages as director

Ireena Vittal joins Tata Global Beverages as director

Tata Global Beverages Limited (TGBL) announced that Ireena Vittal has been appointed as Non Executive Independent Director on the board of TGBL with effect from October 22, 2013.Ms Vittal, a former partner with McKinsey &

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Dabur India Ltd (DIL) announced audited financial results of the company for the quarter and half year ended September 30th, 2013.

Dabur India Ltd (DIL) announced audited financial results of the company for the quarter and half year ended September 30th, 2013.

The Health Supplements business grew by around 17% while Foods business reported 22% growth. The Skin Care business grew by over 17% while the Shampoo business reported an over 13% growth. Strong demand from the

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FDA approves the health claim for whole grains and type 2 diabetes

FDA approves the health claim for whole grains and type 2 diabetes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved ConAgra Food’s petition for a qualified health claim that links whole grain consumption to a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. However, the FDA stated

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Elder Pharma elevates Alok Saxena as MD & CEO

Elder Pharma elevates Alok Saxena as MD & CEO

Elder Pharmaceuticals has reported that it has elevated Alok Saxena as its managing director and chief executive officer. The company’s board appointed Alok Saxena for the position with effect from October 11, 2013, for a

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Only long-term solutions to ensure food and nutrition security lies in increasing farm production: Sharad Pawar

Only long-term solutions to ensure food and nutrition security lies in increasing farm production: Sharad Pawar

Agriculture and Food Processing Industries Minister, Sharad Pawar emphasised that the only long-term solutions to ensure food and nutrition security lies in increasing farm production.On the occasion of World Food Day, the Minister called for

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Kellogg to provide food to people in need

Kellogg to provide food to people in need

In support of World Food Day, Kellogg Company and its employees are spearheading hunger relief efforts globally through the company’s Breakfasts for Better Days™ initiative. From stocking community food banks, to supporting community breakfasts and