Study links folic acid to reduced risk of stroke 03.17.2015 By Jeff Gelski Combining folic acid and medication has a positive effect among Chinese adults.Read More
Industry seeks to extend comment period for guidelines 03.16.2015 By Jeff Gelski A coalition of 19 groups says 120 days would provide adequate time to review the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report.Read More
Senator Rand Paul questions F.D.A.’s proposed rule on phos 03.12.2015 By Jeff Gelski The senator says industry has made progress in removing phos and more regulation could have consequences.Read More
Shifts seen in the marketing of health and wellness at retail 03.11.2015 By Keith Nunes Food retailers are working with health care professionals to create services focused on promoting a health lifestyle.Read More
Specialty crops, organics to receive $66.5 million 03.11.2015 By Jeff Gelski The U.S.D.A. will fund research on fruits, vegetables, tree nuts and organic production issues.Read More
Pasta industry ready to play ball 03.10.2015 By Eric Schroeder N.P.A. chairman says association committed to research, marketing necessary to make a mark.Read More
Fruitful opportunities 03.10.2015 By Jeff Gelski Coconut cream may enhance flavors in yogurt while raisins, cherries and other fruit may extend shelf life in snacks.Read More
Study finds students choosing more fruit in school meals 03.06.2015 By Jeff Gelski Plate waste also falls among middle school students in an urban, low-income school district.Read More
‘Ding-ding’ time for sprouted grains 03.04.2015 By Jeff Gelski Chef/author says sprouted grains add flavor and nutrition to flour and are rising in commercial use.Read More
Nestle reduces sugar in popular cereal brand 03.03.2015 By Monica Watrous Nestle Fitness cereal with 30% less sugar is launching in Europe.Read More