Archives for September 10, 2006

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Plant extracts beat synthetics as meat preservatives, says study

By  Stephen Daniells

Grape seed and pine bark extracts as additives in cooked meats performed better than the synthetic preservatives in oxidation and microbial effects, results that could be readily acceptable to consumers seeking ready-to-eat meat products with natural...

Infant formulas evolve to replicate breast milk

By  Jess Halliday

The infant formula market presents opportunities for proven nutritional ingredients within the updated EU regulatory framework, and follow-on products and those aimed at mothers' are also targeted by suppliers.

Draft law focuses on packaging contaminants

By  Ahmed ElAmin

Proposed EU legislation would define the manufacturing practices the bloc's processors would have to take in ensuring that packaging materials do not migrate into foods.