Grape juice may lower BP by relaxing arteries
The blood pressure-lowering effect of grape juice is supported by new studies presented at the Experimental Biology meeting this week.
Archives for April 4, 2005
Natural cocoa in formulations to open up opportunities for makers, new study
Evidence backing the antioxidant powers of natural cocoa could bring new opportunities for confectionery firms looking to boost slacking sales in a saturated market, reports Lindsey Partos .
Russian Sostra embraces hot bottling to raise quality
Russian natural sauce producer Sostra believes a high quality production technique called 'hot bottling' has led directly to the success of its expanded premium product range, yet high pricing may still deter consumers, reports Angela Drujinina.
Heart health products to grow 60 per cent in next five years
Cereal makers have a major hold on the heart health foods market but new ingredients will help other sectors tap into strong consumer demand for these products, writes Dominique Patton.
National Starch drives deeper into China food market
ICI subsidiary National Starch is the latest ingredients firm to drive into the soaring Chinese food market, unveiling a new technical centre adjacent to its recently opened production plant, writes Lindsey Partos.