Splenda may damage gut bacteria, boost weight gain: study
Consumption of the sweetener Splenda at doses within the US FDA’s Acceptable Daily Intake may suppress beneficial bacteria in the gut, and cause weight gain, says a new rat study.
Archives for September 24, 2008
News briefs: PepsiCo, Refresco and Viking beer ban
This week, PepsiCo is reportedly India bound to boost its beverage sales, Refresco looks to expand into European juice making and a beer with a Viking heritage comes into trouble over its branding.
Closure demand boosted through drink pack development
Global beverage closure demand is expected to surge over the next five years as manufacturers attempt to add more value to their products through packaging innovation, according to a new report.