News briefs: Healthy chocolate and gum
With heart disease and obesity levels booming in Western Europe, manufacturers and scientists are increasingly trying to make a link between health and confectionery, traditionally seen as a 'naughty' treat.
With heart disease and obesity levels booming in Western Europe, manufacturers and scientists are increasingly trying to make a link between health and confectionery, traditionally seen as a 'naughty' treat.
Terry Thomas, divisional vice president for National Starch, talks the language of texture and how to bring textural meaning to consumer palates.
Tom Knutzen, CEO of major ingredients player Danisco, explains the company's strategy on high value-added ingredients to FoodNavigator editor Jess Halliday.
New Beneo group combines Orafti, Palatinit and Remy as it eyes up opportunities in the functional food market.