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New study joins dairy-weight loss debate
A new clinical study has re-ignited the fiery debate over dairy intake and weight loss, claiming obese adults can eat four servings of dairy every day and still lose as...
New science unlocks secrets of salmonella success
Omnipresent food pathogen Salmonella can evolve at a surprisingly rapid rate "by jettisoning superfluous DNA", report UK scientists.
Dairy funding guide unlocks R&D potential
A new guide telling dairy firms where they can get research and development funding to tap in to value-added and functional dairy trends has been launched by industry body Dairy...
Olfaction's role in taste is powerful, confirms new 'dual sense' research
Ramifications for food formulation as fundamental research on chocolate smells finds olfaction is uniquely a "dual" sense, in that the brain perceives the same smell molecule differently if it arrives...
UK milk production facing 'worst case scenario', says study
A worst case scenario for UK milk production is more likely as more producers leave the market than previously thought, presenting potential supply problems that could raise costs across the...
New science reveals risk behind saturated fats
A diet high in cream, cheese and other saturated fat rich foods can influence the uptake of bad cholesterol to the arteries, confirms new research.
Food scientist shortage damaging UK's R&D future
The lack of food science recruits in the UK is unsustainable if the country wants to remain a centre for innovation and avoid becoming the food industry's global admin office,...
EU food platform pumps funding into R&D for food industry
Food makers and ingredients firms will benefit from a new European platform that will prioritise research and development initiatives to keep the €800 billion food and drink industry competitive,reports Lindsey...
New product development targets 'light' dessert yoghurts
Reflecting ongoing product development for low-fat lines targeting the health conscious consumer Yoplait Dairy Crest launches a new line of dessert recipe yoghurts that hinges on a range of fruit...
Public R&D funding pays off for Ireland's food sector
Ireland's public investment in R&D is beginning to pay off, with the launch of such products as a new form of bio-cheese and a low-fat snack food. The government has...
Dairy fat not linked to weight gain, new study
In a new extensive study set to fuel the ongoing debate about the health benefits of milk, researchers find dietary calcium and skimmed milk are linked to weight gain, while...
Yakult pulled up for insufficient science to back ad
A leading probiotic brand in the UK has been told it does not have enough evidence to advertise the product's benefits for upset stomachs experienced during menstruation.
Dean Foods donates to further organic research
The growing organic business is gaining more attention from food manufacturers. In an effort to understand better the benefits of such products, Dean Foods and its WhiteWave Foods division have...
Space travel pushes the boundaries of food science, says Arla
Understanding the most extreme conditions for food products will bring gains for product formulation, particularly functional foods, on Earth, says Arla Food Ingredients, the firm that has developed a new...
Probiotic study shows vulnerability in digestive conditions
Not all strains of bacteria used in probiotic products on the UK market survive through the entire digestive system, conclude study results published this week by the Food Standards Agency,...
Chinese cattle science investment to up dairy productivity
China has reportedly poured nearly US$50 million into research and development (R&D) for its domestic dairy sector over the past three years in an attempt to tackle some of the...
Study warns food makers not to 'overlook' kids market
A new study reminds food manufacturers that the distinct €14 billion children's food and drink market must not be "overlooked", with opportunities still ripe in a host of product sectors,...
Yakult to set up research centre in Belgium
Japanese probiotic drink maker Yakult Honsha will open its first research centre outside of its home market in Belgium this year, demonstrating a commitment to the European market.
Chr Hansen ups genomics capability for probiotics research
Danish ingredients company Chr Hansen has licensed the use of a genomics tool to improve knowledge of how probiotic bacteria work. It could help the firm develop new probiotic bacteria...
Study suggests milk consumption, ovarian cancer link
High intakes of lactose and dairy products, particularly milk, may increase the risk of developing ovarian cancer, report Swedish researchers, while previous studies suggest that low-fat milk and dairy products...
Artificial throat to cut development costs for food makers
Scientists have unveiled the first artificial throat for the food industry that could lead to reduced development costs and faster flavour development for food makers, writes Lindsey Partos.
Science application to improve dairy herd profitability
A new scientific test has been developed which aims to give dairy producers foresight into the productivity potential of their herds. The application claims to have no negative effects on...
New science to drive whey fractions market
More science is needed to encourage food and drink makers to invest in new formulations using third generation whey products, finds a new report that suggests more clinical trials and...
DSM speeds up product development
Dutch chemicals firm DSM has opened a €12 million food research and product development centre, which is expected to speed up the time it takes for a new product to...
Commission to promote prion research
The European Commission last week launched a new research network which it hopes will become the world's leading resource on prion diseases such as BSE - evidence that while 'mad...
