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Diet market grows as waistlines expand

The European market for diet foods is likely to grow steadily over the next few years as the population continues to grow heavier and more out of shape, according to a new report from market analysts Datamonitor.

Flavoured milk is valuable calcium source

Children who drink flavoured milk drink more milk and therefore have higher calcium intakes than those who do not, finds a study published this week. And contrary to popular belief, the beverages do not raise levels of fat and sugar intake.