News & Analysis for the Beverage Industry
Scientists have discovered a protein that controls the amount of fat stored in the body, offering potential new clues for obesity treatments - welcome news as the world's health leaders agree to do more to tackle the growing problem.
The promotion of renewable energy is adding significantly to processing costs, according to an industry body that represents major energy consumers such as food packagers and chemical processors.
Champagne is arguably France's greatest wine - at least in terms of image if nothing else - the de rigeur celebration drink for partygoers the world over. But in its home market, the sparkling wine continues to dwindle in popularity as it struggles to...
Dr Pepper/Seven Up (DPSU), the Texas-based drinks division of Cadbury Schweppes, today announced plans to introduce 7 Up Plus, said to be the first carbonated beverage to be fortified with calcium, vitamin C and fruit juice.
Water coolers are becoming an increasingly important part of office life in the UK, fuelled by growing consumer awareness of the health benefits of good hydration and - last year at least - by hot summer weather. And while the British weather might be...
The impact of the low-carb diet, previously expected to have little staying power in the UK, may be greater than anticipated, shows a new report.
A range of multilayer barrier films that are claimed to provide the stiffness, transparency and thermal resistance needed in lidding and flow packs for fresh and processed meat, cheese and other foodstuffs has been launched.
Antioxidants found in oats can significantly reduce blood cholesterol levels by suppressing the adhesive molecules which make blood cells stick to artery walls, report scientists from the US this week - evidence of the cholesterol-busting properties...