Archives for November 9, 2012

EFSA health claim opinion

Rejected: EFSA tells Glanbia its whey “weight loss peptides” claim is “not characterised”

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has rejected Irish dairy and ingredients giant Glanbia’s claim that its Prolibra whey-peptide ingredient can reduce body fat, failing the claim on characterisation grounds that dogged 100s of probiotic submissions.

Swiss cheese culture cuts ripening time and boosts taste – Chr. Hansen

Chr. Hansen has developed a new Swiss cheese culture which makes it possible to reduce ripening time, cuts costs, and produce products with a milder, less pungent flavour.

Dean Foods eyeing further growth to end 2012 after strong Q3

Dean Foods is eyeing further growth to close 2012, after strong third quarter performances from its Fresh Dairy Direct and WhiteWave-Alpro business segments.