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DOJ Seeks Injunction against New York Fish Company

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:27:00 GMT

The Justice Department alleges FDA inspectors collected samples at the company's facilities, which revealed the presence of a bacterium that causes the serious and potentially fatal disease Listeriosis.

DuPont Launches Initiatives in Ethiopia to Boost Food Production

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:26:00 GMT

DuPont today launched collaborative initiatives in Ethiopia that will boost maize productivity among smallholder farmers and help increase food production for local communities. DuPont will invest more than $4 million over the next three years.

United Fresh Announces 2013 Best New Products

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:42:00 GMT

New products and innovations contribute substantially to the fresh and fresh-cut produce industry’s success, and attendees at the United Fresh Produce Association’s annual convention and expo voted for the 2013 New Product Awards in five categories.

Colleges Fail to Accommodate Gluten-Free Needs

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:22:00 GMT

Most colleges and universities lack knowledge and options to meet students' gluten-free needs, according to new data gathered by the National Foundation for Celiac Awareness (NFCA).

NTSB Proposal to Lower Alcohol Limit Draws Fire From Beverage Industry

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:42:00 GMT

WASHINGTON—A bold recommendation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) to lower the legal blood alcohol limit for impaired driving has drawn criticism from the beverage and restaurant industries. Earlier this week, the NTSB recommended all 50 states lower the BAC (blood alcohol content) level from 0.08 to 0.05, which is currently the

Job Stress Linked to Increased Blood Fat Levels

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:22:00 GMT

Stress has been linked to the risk of suffering cardiovascular disease as a result of unhealthy habits, such as smoking, poor diet or sedentary lifestyle. Now, new research published in the Scandinavian Journal of Public Health suggests work-related stress can cause dyslipidemia, a disorder that alters the levels of lipids and lipoproteins in the

Intiative Aims to Meet Growing Demand For Wheat

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:45:00 GMT

The Wheat Initiative will coordinate global research and make changes needed to increase wheat production, quality and sustainability, according to INRA.

Olympic Seafood Wins NBT Award 2013

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:21:00 GMT

Olympic Seafood won the Environmental Excellence category of the Nutraceutical Business and Technology (NBT) awards for its RIMFROST KRILL COLLECTION, receiving recognition for its ecological stewardship at the Vitafoods Europe show.

Global Gluten-Free Sector to Hit $6.2B by 2018

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:03:00 GMT

The global gluten-free product market is projected to reach $6.2 billion by 2018, representing a CAGR of 10.2%, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets. North America is the largest market for gluten-free products, and Europe is expected to show significant growth in the market in the near future.

Cornell, Iowa Share $10M Obesity, Hypertension Grant

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:05:00 GMT

Researchers at Cornell University and University of Iowa have received a 5-year, $10.6 million grant from the from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, to study the role of the brain in links between obesity and high blood pressure.

Scientists ID 4 Genes That Influence LDL Cholesterol

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:40:00 GMT

Scientists indentified four genes that influence levels of "bad" cholesterol, a discovery that could help develop new treatments to reduce heart disease, according to a new study published in the Journal of Lipid Research.

House Ag Committee Passes Farm Bill

Thu, 16 May 2013 23:58:00 GMT

Earlier this week, the Senate Agriculture Committee passed a farm bill that would save $23 billion, according to the committee chair, Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.).

Court Upholds Dismissal of Trans Fat Labeling Lawsuit Against J&J

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:58:00 GMT

The panel of appeals judges stated federal regulations that were made under the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act (NLEA) authorized J&J's trans fat claims, consequently preempting plaintiff's causes of action under state law.

Calories Trigger Overeating, Not Actual Taste

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:44:00 GMT

Foods with calories trigger more brain responses linked to eating than calorie-free foods do, regardless of whether they taste better, according to a new study published in the journal Current Biology.

Products Must Fulfill Health Claims Promise to Succeed

Thu, 16 May 2013 20:47:00 GMT

Growth trends indicate that a number of products with individual health and wellness claims have recently experienced declining sales; however, there is evidence that products providing a holistic approach that advances general health and well-being are gaining market traction, according to IRI Consulting’s latest executive brief.

United Fresh Debuts New Recall Ready Program

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:19:00 GMT

United Fresh today unveiled a new Recall Ready Program to help the produce industry companies prepare for recalls and to provide professional assistance for managing recall events. The program, announced during United Fresh 2013 in San Diego, will be available on June 1.

Hungry Shoppers Buy More High-Calorie Foods

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:54:00 GMT

It’s no surprise that going to the grocery store on an empty stomach results in a fuller grocery basket and bigger bill, but new research published in the JAMA Internal Medicine found hungry shoppers actually purchase 23% more high-calorie foods than shoppers who are not hungry.

Grapes May Reduce Metabolic Syndrome-Related Organ Damage

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:15:00 GMT

Good news for grape lovers. Eating polyphenol-rich grapes reduces inflammation and fat storage, and improves antioxidant defense that may help protect against organ damage associated with the progression of metabolic syndrome.

Eat Your Greens, But Add Some White

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:53:00 GMT

A new journal supplement published in Advances in Nutrition highlights the importance of white vegetable consumption.

Unhealthy Food Ads Dominate Spanish TV Shows For Kids

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:07:00 GMT

Industry leaders have publicly recognized the need to reform food advertisements targeting children; however, the food and beverage industry’s pledge to self-regulate is not effective, especially on Spanish-language television, according to a new study published in the Journal of Health Communication.