Twice a year, I spend weeks dieting before the seasonal Fancy Food show, with the anticipation of over-indulging. This winter, I was asked to speak about social media in a session entitled, “How to Train You Twit (erer).” I was pleased with the response from attendees who thanked me...
Washington, D.C.—Members of the natural products industry who are interested in furthering their education may have a new source of funding. The Natural Products Association is now offering scholarships for students to attend educational programs in a field related to natural products. Stated the group, “By assisting members...
Nottingham, UK—Laying out in the sun isn’t the only way to get glowing skin. Researchers from the University of Nottingham are suggesting that a diet high in vegetables can produce a healthy glow. The Journal of Human Evolution and Behavior published the study, which was led by Dr. Ian...
Wilmington, DE—DuPont, headquartered here, snatched up Danisco for a cool $5.8 billion in cash. The company will also swallow $500 million of Dansico’s debt. Dupont stated that the move would make the company “a clear leader in industrial biotechnology.” DuPont also told the media that Danisco was attractive...
Washington, D.C.—Lawmakers have passed the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, which will dedicate $4.5 billion to programs aiding the cause of a healthy school lunch. The presence of organic foods in underprivileged school cafeterias will receive a big boost, due to a $10 million Organic Pilot Program designed to...
Toronto, Canada—A recent study by University of Toronto scientists reveals that polyfluoroalkyl phosphate esters (PAPs), the chemicals used to line junk food wrappers and microwave popcorn bags, are contaminating food products. PAPs are applied as grease-proofing agents to paper food contact packaging, and when the human body metabolizes these...
In its September issue, Consumer Reports included a report claiming that dietary supplements are dangerous to people’s health and posted a list of “12 supplements you should avoid.” Washington, D.C.—In its September issue, Consumer Reports included a report claiming that dietary supplements are dangerous to people’s health and posted a...
Worcester, MA—Researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) have measured cranberry juice’s ability to ward off urinary tract infections (UTIs) in humans at the molecular level. During the study, Terri Camesano and his team closely examined E. coli bacteria, which are believed to cause UTIs. The study was aimed at...
Washington, D.C.—FDA has issued a draft guidance advising more judicious use of antibiotics in food-producing livestock, stating that antibiotic overuse in this manner is a “serious threat” to public health. Summarizing a number of published reports on antimicrobial resistance, the draft guidance supports the conclusion that using antimicrobial drugs...
Washington, D.C.—Senator Patrick Leahy (D-VT) and Representative Peter DeFazio (D-OR) were joined by 49 other representatives and five other senators to urge the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to retain the regulated status of genetically engineered (GE) alfalfa. The letter is a response to the USDA's Draft Environmental Impact...
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