Archives for February 23, 2006

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Plant bacteria tough out lab-based irradiation dosages

By Ahmed ElAmin

Setting dosage levels for irradiating bacteria based on lab tests may be incorrect when used on the tougher pathogens found in plant conditions, leading to a food safety issue, according to a scientist researching the problem.

Nestlé: Americas offset slow times in Europe

By  staff reporter

Nestlé's Americas division has established itself as the food firm's most important business region for the first time following difficult conditions and subdued sales growth in Europe.

Industry targets creation of perfect sports drink

By  Anthony Fletcher

The addition of protein to a carbohydrate-containing beverage provides benefits superior to traditional carbohydrate based beverages, claims the Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) on sports nutrition and performance.