News & Analysis on Chocolate, Candy and Cocoa
A new approach for detecting ochratoxin A (OTA) levels in licorice root is said to provide sensitivity, simplicity, speed, and accuracy at lower costs, claims its developers.
Flavanol compounds derived from cocoa may boost the populations of beneficial bacteria in the intestine, says a new study from Mars and the University of Reading.
Chewing gum brands Wrigleys and Trident plan to launch new and developed functional gum products in early 2011, the announcements follow predictions made last month by Euromonitor that “strong growth” is predicted for the confectionery category over the...