Archives for October 19, 2004

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Asian soy consumption is healthy, claims report

Women in Asian countries, where a lot of soy is consumed, have dramatically lower rates of breast cancer than women in the United States and Europe. A team of scientists have examined whether there are any negaitve effects.

Europe to appeal WTO sugar ruling

Brussels will fight to appeal against a new decision by the World Trade Organisation that rules the EU illegally subsidises exports of sugar, ruling in favour of a legal challenge by Australia, Thailand and Brazil, the world's largest sugar producer,...

France targets hidden sugars

AFSSA, the French food safety authority, has called for a significant reduction of sugars added to processed foods alongside stronger backing for foods containing wholegrains and high fibre.

Iodine-rich ice cream to hit Russian shelves

A new ice cream product enriched with iodine is to be launched in the New Year by Russian dairy group MiasoMolTorg JSC, the first product of its kind on the Russian market and the latest to play on the health credentials of dairy products.

Kraft considering confectionery sell-off

Kraft Foods, the biggest packaged foods producer in North America, is thought to be mulling the sale of its confectionery business, including the Altoids and Life Savers brands, as part of a move to focus on a smaller number of stronger brands. And...