Tangerine takes on Burton's
UK sweet-maker Tangerine is set to take over the confectionery arm of Burton's Foods for an undisclosed sum.
Archives for August 13, 2006
The obesity blame game- reader feedback
Last week's comment on the food industry's role in the rising obesity epidemic has generated a flood of responses from readers agreeing with or disputing our position that the industry deserves a break. Some of the comments received are published below.
CLA offers benefits to diabetics, says new study
Conjugated linoleic acids (CLA), common in dairy products, are showing promise improving insulin action and decreasing blood glucose levels, according to both rat and human studies.
Latex threat - it's all hype, says group
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) is pushing ahead with product testing methods after scientists found new ways to detect latex allergens in food packaging.
Different omega-3s offer varied heart benefits
Eating a diet rich in the omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), may positively affect 'bad' cholesterol levels in the elderly, says a study from the Netherlands.