Archives for December 10, 2013

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Aspartame is safe, EFSA concludes

By Caroline SCOTT-THOMAS

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has completed a major review of aspartame’s safety, and has concluded that the sweetener is safe for the general population at current consumption levels.

‘Very happy Halloween’ for US confectioners, says NCA

By Oliver Nieburg

US Halloween confectionery sales outshone expectations in 2013 driven by strong promotions from retailers and a noteworthy boost in the final week, according to the National Confectioners Association (NCA).