Survey Finds That Americans Believe Canned Foods Are Not As Nutritious As Frozen Or Fresh October 25, 2011: 07:45 PM EST A survey conducted by a group representing steelmakers and some food processors found that only 46 percent of Americans know that canned foods count toward U.S. government recommended dietary guidelines; 40 percent believe canned foods are less nutritious than frozen foods; and sixty percent believes canned foods are not as nutritious as fresh. But according to the Canned Food Alliance, food packaged in steel cans “can be just as nutritious (and sometimes more nutritious) than fresh and frozen varieties.” CFA Executive Director Rich Tavoletti said canned foods provide affordable, accessible and convenient nutrition. "Survey: Consumers Underestimate Canned Foods’ Benefits", News release, Mealtime.org, October 25, 2011, © Canned Food Alliance

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Energy Drinks Aren’t Just For Athletes -- U.K. Study October 24, 2011: 08:25 PM EST A report from market researcher Mintel finds that 73 percent of Britons born in the 1990s – a group known as “Generation Z” – are heavy consumers of energy drinks, compared to only 31 percent of people over age 55. Nearly three quarters of 16- to 24-year-olds say they buy energy drinks because they like the taste, but 70 percent say it’s the energy boost that has them coming back for more. And though energy drinks are primarily marketed as a way to improve sports performance, only 59 percent of the Z crowd drink them for physical activity: 57 percent rely on them just to get through the day. "Generation Zzz: younger consumers kept awake by energy drinks", Press release, MIntel, October 24, 2011, © Mintel

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Drinking Coffee Reduces Risk Of Basal Cell Carcinoma October 24, 2011: 08:40 PM EST Data drawn from questionnaires provided by nurses and other health professionals show an inverse association between drinking caffeinated coffee and the risk of basal cell carcinoma, according to a study presented at a recent medical conference. Though the study looked at the connection between caffeine and both basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), a decreased risk was found only with BCC. Nearly 73,000 participants were followed from 1984 to 2008 in the study. Researchers found that women who drank more than three cups of coffee a day reduced the risk of BCC by one fifth. But men who drank more than three cups a day had only a nine percent risk reduction, compared with people who drank less than one cup a month. "Coffee Consumption Associated With Decreased Risk for Basal Cell Carcinoma", Press release, American Association for Cancer Research, October 24, 2011, © American Association for Cancer Research

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Carbonated Beverages Linked To Aggressive, Violent Behavior Among Teens In Boston Study October 24, 2011: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study has found that teenagers who consume more than 60 ounces of non-diet carbonated soft drinks a week are much more likely to exhibit aggressive behavior, such as toting a weapon and acting violently against peers and siblings. Researchers surveyed 1,878 teens in Boston public schools about their soft drink consumption in the prior week, then divided them into low-consumption and high-consumption (five or more cans a week) groups. About 30 percent were classified as high-consumption. The teens were then asked about violent behavior towards peers or siblings, whether they carried a knife or gun, etc. Teens who were heavy consumers of non-diet fizzy soft drinks were nine to 15 percent more likely to exhibit aggressive behavior – the same magnitude as the impact of alcohol or tobacco. Sara J Solnick, David Hemenway, "The 'Twinkie Defense': the relationship between carbonated non-diet soft drinks and violence perpetration among Boston high school students", Injury Prevention, October 24, 2011, © BMJ Publishing Group Ltd.

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Kraft’s Cocoa Partnership Hopes To Boost Cocoa Production In Dominican Republic October 17, 2011: 08:24 PM EST Kraft Foods announced it is extending its Cocoa Partnership – established by Cadbury to boost coca farming in Ghana, India, Southeast Asia and the Caribbean –  to the Dominican Republic. The five-year initiative with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) will try to sustainably increase the yield and quality of Dominican cocoa, while improving farmer livelihoods and communities. About 10,000 small-scale cocoa farmers of the Conacado cooperative will benefit from training in farming techniques, post-harvest practices and supplemental income opportunities, Kraft said. The Cocoa Partnership has committed 45 million pounds Sterling (approximately $70 million) to the program. "Kraft Foods Nurtures The Next Generation Of Dominican Cocoa Farmers With Launch Of Cocoa Partnership", Press release, Kraft Foods, October 17, 2011, © Kraft Foods

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PepsiCo Says Healthy Foods Will Comprise 30 Percent Of Its Product Line by 2021 October 17, 2011: 09:01 AM EST PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi told Reuters recently that her company’s product line will grow much healthier over the next ten years, thanks to an expansion of more nutritious juices, dairy products and grain products. Nooyi said that within ten years, healthier products will comprise as much as 30 percent of its portfolio, up from a current 22 percent. The new focus by PepsiCo takes advantage of a growing consumer trend toward purchasing more nutritious products. The company hopes to double sales of healthier products to $30 billion in the next nine years. Martinne Geller, "PepsiCo lineup to look healthier in 10 years: CEO", Reuters, October 17, 2011, © Thomson Reuters

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Older Baby Boomers, Millennials Like To Dine Out – But They Go About It Differently October 16, 2011: 12:00 AM EST A U.S. study of Mature Baby Boomers (MBBs, 55 to 64 years of age) and Mature Millennials (MMs, 25 to 34) finds that the two generations have similarities – and key differences – in their attitudes toward foodservice. A key similarity is an attraction to dining out: the combined 151 million people are responsible for nearly $65 of every $100 spent in restaurants. The two generations view restaurant cleanliness, taste, value, convenience and customer service as the most important qualities of a restaurant. Key differences that the foodservice industry needs to be aware of: 72 percent of MBBs order food by phone compared to 59 percent of MMs; nine percent of MBBs order via the Internet compared to 32 percent of MMs, and 25 percent of MMs use Smartphones to make reservations and check menus, but only 10 percent of MBBs. Richard J. George, Ph.D, "Mature Millennials v. Mature Baby Boomers: Foodservice Attitudes and Behaviors – Similarities, Differences, Opportunities", Report, IFDA, October 16, 2011, © IFDA

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Target To Sell Only Sustainable And Traceable Seafood Within Four Years October 13, 2011: 07:36 PM EST The Associated Press reports that Target Corp. has decided that all of its fresh and frozen seafood must be sustainable and traceable by 2015. The company has been at the forefront of efforts to adjust their policies regarding seafood as concerns rise about overfishing and the environmental impact of some fishing methods. In the past two years, for example, Target has stopped selling Chilean sea bass and orange roughy in its stores because of concerns related to overfishing. Last year the company pulled all farmed salmon from stores, because of pressure from consumers and environmentalists concerned that salmon farms are bad for the environment. "Target to stock only sustainable seafood by 2015", Star Tribune, October 13, 2011, via Associated Press, © The Associated Press

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Global Food Waste Problem Could Be Reduced With Better Information, Advanced Technologies October 13, 2011: 07:34 PM EST A research scientist at Norway’s SINTEF Technology and Society says a lot of the Western world’s food supply is wasted by food producers, consumers and restaurants who believe that food has run out of shelf life, when in fact “it is perfectly OK.” According to Jan Ola Strandhagen, a third of the world’s supply of food could be saved using advanced technology – and a change in attitude – before it reaches the waste bin. Information from the retail food sector about consumer buying habits, and how much food ends up in store trash bins, would allow “surgical precision” in the production of food. That kind of information would influence the logistics of food distribution: “when and where, and in what quantities, individual products are delivered to retail outlets.” "The Food Wasters", Alpha Galileo, October 13, 2011, © Alpha Galileo Foundation

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“Good” Fats And Oils Drive Healthy U.S. Sales In The Sector October 11, 2011: 09:38 PM EST A report from market researcher Packaged Facts says the edible fats and oils market in the U.S. is booming, thanks to a flurry of new product introductions containing “good” fats and oils. The new products are taking advantage of the fact that consumers are aware some fats are actually beneficial. Recent studies have shown that monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats can lower disease risk. Consumers who have avoided fats for years have now embraced the so-called “good” fats, driving companies to introduce products that contain better-for-you fats. U.S. retail sales of fats and oils topped $9 billion in 2011; annual sales should reach $11 billion by 2016. Annual growth rates should move from two percent to four percent by 2016. "Future Bright -- and Healthy -- for U.S. Fats and Oils Products Market", Press release, Packaged Facts, October 11, 2011, © Packaged Facts

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Bakery Cafés Show Healthy Growth In Units, Sales October 11, 2011: 09:29 AM EST Consumers are fueling the healthy growth of the bakery café market, a sub-segment of the fast-casual market, according to a study by Technomic. Total bakery café units increased 4.2 percent, and bakery cafe sales increased 12 percent during the past three years. The segment now accounts for $5 billion in annual sales and over 3,600 units nationwide, successfully navigating the middle ground between quick- and-full service restaurants. Consumers are visiting bakery  cafés in increasing numbers both as first-time and repeat customers. The Technomic report offers some other interesting insights for restaurant operators and other foodservice professionals. For example, 34 percent of consumers strongly agreed that they would visit bakery cafés more frequently for breakfast if menus offered more breakfast options. "Technomic Finds Continued Strong Growth for Bakery Cafes", Press release, Technomic, October 11, 2011, © Technomic

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Millions Skip Breakfast, NPD Study Finds October 11, 2011: 09:15 AM EST An NPD study that probes consumers’ attitudes toward morning food and beverage choices has found that nearly three out of every ten males aged 18-34 skip breakfast. Overall, ten percent  – 31 million Americans – skip the morning meal, according to the study. And among children who are awake but don’t eat breakfast, the highest incidence of skipping is found among kids 13-17 years old. NPD said such high rates of daily breakfast skipping present “a significant opportunity for food and beverage marketers to reach these consumers.” "31 Million U.S. Consumers Skip Breakfast Each Day, Reports NPD", Press release, NPD, October 11, 2011, © NPD

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Hain Celestial Acquires Natural Frozen Produce Producer In Canada October 5, 2011: 02:29 AM EST Natural and organic products marketer Hain Celestial Group has acquired the Europe's Best brand of natural, frozen fruit and vegetable products in Canada, where frozen produce is a $385 million market. The company said it plans to expand Europe's Best product lines, which include 24 premium fruit and vegetable products, into other channels of distribution in North America. All Europe's Best products are washed and individually quick frozen, by means of a flash freeze process, to retain flavor and freshness and preserve nutritional value. "Hain Celestial Announces The Strategic Acquisition of Europe's Best® In Canada", Press release, Hain Celestial Group, October 05, 2011, © Hain Celestial

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Business Coalition Petitions FDA To Require Labeling Of GE Foods October 4, 2011: 09:16 PM EST A petition calling for the mandatory labeling of genetically-engineered (GE) foods was submitted to the U.S. FDA “on behalf of millions of consumers” by a coalition of  400 businesses and organizations dedicated to food safety and consumer rights. GE foods are altered at the molecular level in ways that could not happen naturally, the coalition said. Noting that consumers have a right to know what’s in their food, Just Label It - We Have a Right to Know (www.justlabelit.org) said that the FDA has rejected labeling of GE food since 1992, even though many countries worldwide require it. The agency is considering allowing the marketing of a genetically engineered salmon that grows to maturity twice as fast as normal salmon. "JustLabelIt.org Launches Consumer Campaign Calling For the Right to Know What is in Our Food", Press Release, Organic Trade Organisation, October 04, 2011, © Organic Trade Organisation

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America’s Childhood Obesity Problem Begins Early With Poor Eating Habits October 4, 2011: 09:22 PM EST Unhealthy dietary patterns in children as young as a year old are the root cause of America’s childhood obesity problem, Nestlé Nutrition research has found. One-third of the calories consumed by toddlers from the age of 12 months and up come from between-meal snacking on nutrient-poor foods. Bad eating habits start early in life, according to the study, which noted that those habits mirror those of older children and adults. The solution starts with giving parents and guardians better nutrition guidance, establishing healthy eating habits early, and making simple dietary changes. For example, parents could make snack times “mini-meal” times when kids could eat fruits, vegetables, low fat yogurt, and whole grain foods instead of junk. "Nestlé Nutrition study reveals children are developing unhealthy eating habits earlier", Press release, Nestlé, October 04, 2011, © Nestlé

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Simple Changes In School Lunchroom Design Can Lead To Healthier Food Choices September 29, 2011: 12:00 AM EST A study by Cornell University scientists shows that children are more likely to eat fruit in a cafeteria setting if the fruit is displayed in colorful bowls. Moving the fruit increased sales by 104 percent, and is just one of many simple, cheap, and effective tools that lead schoolchildren to choose healthier food. The research was conducted as part of the Smarter Lunchrooms Movement at Cornell’s Center for Behavioral Economics in Child Nutrition Programs (BEN). With the White House, BEN created the Chef’s Move to Schools program as part of the national fight against childhood obesity. The BEN center has analyzed many school lunchrooms, finding layouts and designs that hindered student's selection of nutritious foods. The lunchrooms were revamped with easy, low-cost/no-cost environmental changes that resulted in an increase in healthy food choices. Brian Wansink, "When Chefs Move the Fruit", News release, presentation at the American Dietetic Association Conference, September 29, 2011, © Cornell Food & Brand Lab

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AHA Revises Certification Requirements For Its “Heart-Check” Healthy Foods Program September 27, 2011: 06:04 PM EST The American Heart Association (AHA) is adding foods higher in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats to its Heart-Check Food Certification Program. The expanded list of foods  eligible to be certified includes fish, nuts, etc., that contain “better fat.” Also being revised are sodium allowances and food screening guidelines for certified products that call for limits on added sugars and promote dietary fiber. The AHA said fish, nuts, and other foods containing the “better fats” can be certified now. But the group is giving food manufacturers until 2014 to reformulate production processes to comply with new sodium, sugar, and fiber requirements. AHA-certified food products are allowed to display the red-and-white Heart-Check mark on packages. "AHA expands, modifies Heart-Check mark program", Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), September 27, 2011, © Institute of Food Technologists (IFT)

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Amid Tough Competition, Sales Of Immune-Strengthening, Cardiovascular Ingredients Rising In Europe September 27, 2011: 10:29 PM EST U.K.-based market researcher Frost & Sullivan reports that manufacturers of functional ingredients for immune-boosting and cardiovascular supplements are profiting handsomely from Europe’s fear of epidemics such as the deadly swine flu. Sales of immune-boosting ingredients are steadily growing, thanks to a growing awareness of the relationship between a healthy immune system and prevention of flu-like diseases and respiratory ailments. Likewise, a Frost & Sullivan analyst said, there are “significant opportunities for ingredient manufacturers” because of the extent that cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, affects the European population. However, the analyst warned that manufacturers need to better educate consumers about the benefits of their ingredients in order to stand out from the competition. Richard Clarke, "Fear of killer flu drives sales of immune ingredients, claims new report", Functional Ingredients, September 27, 2011, © Penton Media Inc

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Affordability, Availability Are Keys To Healthier Eating For Low-Income Families September 24, 2011: 08:50 PM EST A survey of 212 women by Southeast Seattle nonprofit group Got Green has found that buying, cooking and eating “green” and healthy food are top priorities, but organic fruit and vegetables are just too expensive and grocery stores are scarce. The main barrier to switching to a healthier diet, therefore, is not education about “green” living, it’s affordability and availability, according to Got Green. Gardening is a good idea, but it’s not a solution for low-income families that are often short on time. Among its recommendations for change, the group urged policy changes that would provide more money for people who use food stamps so they can buy healthy food. Brenda Anibarro, et al., "Women in The Green Economy: Voices from Southeast Seattle ", Report, Women in the Green Economy Project, September 24, 2011, © Got Green?

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As Organic Interest Grows, So Does A Fledgling Industry: Organic Delivery September 24, 2011: 09:04 PM EST The Organic Industry Examiner reports that organic food delivery services are springing up in metropolitan areas around the country, creating a new type of food delivery industry that is “more than just a trend.” Urban Organic in New York City, for example, delivers organic groceries three times a week, while Greenling offers a similar service in two Texas cities, and Healthy Bites serves the Washington, D.C. area. Their business models are dissimilar – Healthy Bites, for example, delivers full meals using organic foods twice a week – but all promise “organic when available,” certified pesticide- and GMO-free foods. Sharon McCamy, "Organic food home delivery a growing industry", Organic Industry Examiner, September 24, 2011, © Clarity Digital Group LLC

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PepsiCo To Work With China On Developing Sustainable, Modernized Agriculture September 19, 2011: 08:57 AM EST PepsiCo has launched an initiative with the People’s Republic of China to promote sustainable agriculture projects and accelerate the development of the Chinese countryside. The company will work with China’s Ministry of Agriculture to build and operate demonstration farms that apply advanced irrigation, fertilization and crop management techniques. According to PepsiCo, they will also promote best practices in China's farming system to improve yields, increase income levels and raise living standards for farmers throughout the country. The partnership underscores the company's support for China's 12th Five-Year Plan, which establishes objectives for developing sustainable agriculture and speeding up agricultural modernization. "PepsiCo to Partner with China's Ministry of Agriculture to Promote Sustainable Farming", Press release, PepsiCo, September 19, 2011, © PepsiCo

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Organic Food Prices Still A Hindrance To Grocery Shoppers – Poll September 13, 2011: 07:06 PM EST An online survey of 2,112 adults conducted in August for Whole Foods Market found that food prices have had a major impact on their food buying patterns. Eighty-two percent said current food prices have affected their grocery shopping, and more than 75 percent said they have changed their cooking and eating habits due to the economy. Large majorities saying they would buy natural or organic foods if they could afford it. Seventy-one percent said they would buy natural/organic foods over conventional foods if the prices were the same. And 70 percent said they would buy organic if prices fit their budgets. Twenty-four percent said natural/organic foods would account for only a quarter of their total household food purchases in 2011. "Customers still place value on value", Press release, Whole Foods Market, September 13, 2011, © Whole Foods Market

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EFSA Approves Health Claim For Olive Oil Ingredient September 13, 2011: 09:38 AM EST After studying scientific findings on the health benefits of hydroxytyrosol, an orthodiphenol found in olives and olive oil, the European Food Safety Authority has issued a scientific opinion stating that the ingredient does protect blood lipids from oxidative damage. The EFSA approved the health claims of the product Hytolive, which has a high concentration of natural hydroxytyrosol. The agency based its opinion on the results of three studies that showed a “dose dependent and significant effect of olive oil hydroxytyrosol … on lowering levels of oxidized low density lipoproteins (LDL)” after three weeks of consumption. The EFSA said consuming five mg a day of the ingredient would qualify for an approved health claim. "EFSA Panel Approves Hydroxytyrosol for Heart-Health Claims", Nutrition Horizon, September 13, 2011, © CNS Media BV

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Marketers Of Immune And Hypertensive Health Products In Europe Will See Solid Growth September 13, 2011: 09:50 AM EST The European market for nutritional solutions in immune and antihypertensive health, which totaled $577.9 million in revenues in 2009, is likely to reach $838.6 million in 2016, according to new Frost & Sullivan research. Driving this strong growth is a rise in problems related to high blood pressure and a weak immune system along with an increased trend among Europeans toward preventive healthcare. Manufacturers are profiting from the growing awareness of the potential of immune health ingredients in preventing flu-like symptoms and respiratory infections, the researchers said. Health ingredients claiming cholesterol- and blood pressure-lowering benefits are likely to see strong growth. The only brake on growth is a preference for traditional blood pressure lowering techniques and drugs: exercise, weight management, salt reduction, diuretics, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, etc. "European Market for Nutritional Solutions in Immune and Antihypertensive Health", Report, Frost & Sullivan, September 13, 2011, © Frost & Sullivan

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Poland Beginning To Boost Its Presence In European Organic Food Production September 12, 2011: 10:02 AM EST The Warsaw Journal reports that Poland has the right mix of resources and other factors that could make it “an important player” in Europe’s growing organic foods market. The country so far has been a small consumer of organic foods – only 0.2 percent of food purchases in 2009, or about €50 million, were in the organic category – but consumer interest is growing. With European and global organic demand on the rise, organic production in Poland is increasing as well, thanks to competitive prices, a large workforce and many small-scale, traditional farms that are easy to convert to organic methods. Through 2010, the number of organic farms and total area devoted to organic food production have soared: from 3,760 to 20,000 farms, and from 82,730 to more than 500,000 hectares. The number of processing plants in turn grew from 50 to nearly 300. Also driving expansion has been the rapid development of a sales network for organic products in Poland. The number of organic stores should grow from 300 in 2010 to around 500 by the end of 2011. Alice Trudelle, "Going organic: promise for Poland", Warsaw Journal, September 12, 2011, © Valkea Media S.A.

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DSM Launches New Business Unit To Focus On Marketing Nutritional Lipids September 12, 2011: 09:14 AM EST Swiss nutritional ingredients maker DSM says it has created a business unit that combines Martek’s algal DHA omega-3 and ARA omega-6 products and DSM’s polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFAs) product portfolio. The Nutritional Lipids unit will leverage Martek’s technology and market position in the U.S. and DSM’s global marketing and sales network. The company says scientific evidence shows that nutritional lipids offer significant health benefits and support brain, eye and cardiovascular health throughout life. Products from DSM's Nutritional Lipids portfolio are  found in more than 400 brands of infant formula, nutritional supplements, functional foods and animal feeds sold worldwide. Martek veteran Peter A. Nitze will serve as president, based in Columbia, Md. "DSM Nutritional Products establishes Nutritional Lipids", Press release, DSM, September 12, 2011, © DSM

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Debate Rages On: Is Salt To Blame For Cardiovascular Disease? September 1, 2011: 07:12 PM EST Though many scientists and consumers are convinced that a salty diet is the primary contributor to high blood pressure – and increased risk of cardiovascular disease – in the Western world, recent studies cast doubt on that view, and even suggest that cutting salt intake may be harmful. One blood pressure expert in the U.K. called the evidence of the harm caused by salt intake “actually pretty flimsy.” The salt industry, of course, agrees, and one food manufacturer has started adding salt back into its products. According to this Reuters special report, the outcome of the debate will have a big impact on business. There’s the U.S. snack foods industry with annual revenue of $27 billion, for example, and the blood pressure medications industry with worldwide sales of $35 billion in 2009. But scientists have yet to come to a consensus on salt’s harmful or beneficial effects. Evidence is slight and often contradictory. So the debate rages on. Kate Kelland, "Special Report: A pinch of doubt over salt", Reuters Health, September 01, 2011, © Thomson Reuters

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Meat Producers Find That Americans Are Ignorant Of Proper Cooking Practices September 1, 2011: 07:27 PM EST A Harris Interactive poll conducted for the American Meat Institute (AMI) has found that 80 percent of American adults do not use a thermometer to determine doneness when grilling hamburgers or poultry burgers. Three-fourths rely on sight to tell whether their meat is fully cooked. And 57 percent simply rely on the clock to determine when to take the meat off the grill – “not an accurate indicator of doneness,” AMI says. The organization notes that U.S. meat products are among the safest in the world, but like all raw foods, they can contain some potentially harmful bacteria. “It is important to take time to remind consumers about safe handling and cooking practices,” AMI says. "New Poll: Many U.S. Adults Unaware of Key Food Safety Practices", Press release, American Meat Institute (AMI), September 01, 2011, © The American Meat Institute (AMI)

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PureBrands CEO Expects Dissolvable Tongue Strips To Become A Billion-Dollar Business August 31, 2011: 09:04 PM EST Warren Struhl, CEO of a company marketing dissolvable tongue strips that deliver a fast jolt of caffeine and B vitamins, tells FoodNavigator-USA that his product and others like it could become a $1 billion market within three years. Sheets Energy Strips from PureBrands have already won the backing of NBA star LeBron James and other celebrities, while response from retailers (Walmart, CircleK, GNC) has been “overwhelmingly positive.” Struhl expects to launch a family of similar dissolvable strip products next year. The energy delivery version costs much less than energy shot drinks while delivering 200 percent of daily value of vitamin B6 and B12, 100 percent of vitamin B5, and 100 mg of caffeine per two-sheet serving. Elaine Watson, "Entrepreneur: Energy strips could be worth $1bn in 3-5 years", Food Navigator, August 31, 2011, © William Reed Business Media SAS

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China’s Interest In Nutricosmetics Sparks Strong Sales Growth September 1, 2011: 03:34 AM EST Though nutricosmetics haven’t caught on in other parts of the world, market data from Datamonitor show high per capita spending in Asia, particularly in Japan. Nutricosmetics sales are  growing especially strongly in China, which is  expected to overtake Japan by 2015, according to market researcher Frost & Sullivan. Driving the phenomenon in China are rising disposable incomes, increased concerns about beauty, and strong cultural acceptance of the beauty-from-within concept, thanks to centuries of use of herbs and plants to cure beauty-related problems. In this report, Happi.com outlines nutricosmetics market opportunities for both established companies and new entrants in the Asian region. "Nutricosmetics More Than a Niche in China", Happi.com, September 01, 2011, © Rodman Publishing / HAPPI

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Half Of Americans Quench Their Thirst With Sugary Beverages Each Day August 31, 2011: 09:54 AM EST Half of Americans drink sugar drinks – defined as fruit drinks, sodas, energy drinks, sports drinks, and sweetened bottled waters, but not diet drinks – each day, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A quarter of the U.S. population consumes at least 200 kcal of sugar drinks, equivalent to more than one 12-oz can of cola. Other findings: males consume more than females; teens and young adults consume more than other age groups; black children and adolescents consume more sugar drinks than Mexican- American kids; low-income people consume more sugar drinks in relation to their overall diet than those with higher income; and most sugar drinks consumed away from home come from stores, rather than schools or restaurants. Cynthia L. Ogden, et al. , "Report: Consumption of Sugar Drinks in the United States, 2005–2008", The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), August 31, 2011, © CDC

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Dean Foods Rolls Out Brand Of Chocolate Milk With Less Added Sugar, No Corn Syrup August 30, 2011: 11:08 PM EST Food and beverage company Dean Foods has launched a better-for-you chocolate milk made with white milk, but containing 20 percent less sugar, 40 more calories than regular milk per serving, and no high fructose corn syrup. Fat-free TruMoo contains 130 calories per serving and 10 grams of added sugar. Previous chocolate milk formulas made with high fructose corn syrup contained up to 180 calories and 16 grams of added sugar. Dean Foods said the nationwide launch follows successful retail and school testing in the Northeast and Pacific Coast regions. According to the company, Fairfax County Public Schools in Northern Virginia reversed a chocolate milk ban to bring TruMoo chocolate milk into school cafeterias. Wendy's restaurants also offer TruMoo coast to coast. "Dean Foods Launches TruMoo® Chocolate Milk Nationwide With Lower Sugar, Fewer Calories, No High Fructose Corn Syrup", Press release, Dean Foods, August 30, 2011, © Dean Foods

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Risk Of Hunger Among Younger Baby Boomers Has Risen Significantly, AARP Says August 30, 2011: 11:28 PM EST A report from the charitable arm of the AARP says that almost nine million Americans aged 50 and over were at risk of hunger in 2009, a 79 percent increase from 2001. People aged 50 to 59 are the youngest of the Baby Boomer generation – they are too young for Social Security and too old for programs targeting families with children. In 2009, 4.9 million 50- to 59-year-olds were at risk of hunger, representing a “staggering” 38 percent increase over 2007, AARP says.  Between 2007 and 2009, the most dramatic increase in food insecurity was among those with annual incomes more than twice the poverty line. “The recession has taken an especially large toll on older people, particularly those in the middle class,” says AARP Foundation President Jo Ann Jenkins. James P. Ziliak, Ph.D., et al., "Food Insecurity Among Older Adults", Report, AARP Foundation, August 30, 2011, © AARP Foundation

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Taura To Exhibit New Line Of Vegetable-Derived Ingredients For Snack Makers August 31, 2011: 01:18 AM EST Taura Natural Ingredients announced it will be exhibiting innovative snack food ingredients that incorporate fruits and – for the first time – vegetables at the Food Ingredients Europe (FiE) conference in Paris in November-December. Processed using the URC (ultra rapid concentration) technology, the ingredients are formulated from 100 percent fruits and vegetables. The product line includes purees and non-deionised juices that allow snack manufacturers to create a range of nutrient-rich, clean label composite products such as fruit pieces, flakes and pastes for use in applications such as muesli, cereal or snack bars, baked goods, cereals and confectionery. "Taura to highlight opportunities for combining fruit and vegetables at FIE 2011", Press Release, Taura Natural Ingredients, August 31, 2011, © Taura Natural Ingredients

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Fear Of Alzheimer’s Means Sales Bonanza For Supplement Makers August 29, 2011: 09:02 AM EST Makers of supplements and functional foods that claim to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease should be encouraged by recent Harvard University research findings that Alzheimer’s tops the list of most feared diseases among Americans and Europeans. A telephone survey of 2,678 adults also uncovered the fact that between 27 percent and 63 percent believe that some supplements can slow the onset and development of the dreaded disease. Couple that with the fact that large numbers of consumers are also searching for products that improve mood and relieve stress, and it’s no mystery why sales of “cognitive health ingredients” have increased by 12 percent. The main focus is on ingredients such as omega-3s; vitamins B, D and E; zinc; phosphatidylserine; coenzyme Q10; ginkgo biloba; St. John’s wort; SAM-e and kava. Vicky Uhland, "Alzheimer's fears drive sales growth in cognitive category", Functional Ingredients, August 29, 2011, © Penton Media Inc

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Nonprobiotic Digestive Heath Products Benefit From Dannon’s Ad Campaign For Activia August 29, 2011: 09:36 AM EST Products in the digestive health category are selling well, thanks at least in part to Dannon’s aggressive marketing campaign for its Activia yogurt. Ads featuring actress Jamie Lee Curtis have made countless people aware of the importance of digestive health, says Danielle Harrison of National Enzyme Co. And probiotics aren’t the only beneficiary of the campaign. Nonprobiotic ingredients that have experienced an uptick in sales include aloe vera, fiber and enzymes. The business development manager at Xsto Solutions says his company’s products, including a Japanese chelated zinc and L-carnosine ingredient, is experiencing double-digit growth. PepZin GI, supports a healthy mucosal lining in the digestive system. Vicky Uhland, "Despite rumblings, probiotics are still the gods of the gut", Functional Ingredients/Newhope, August 29, 2011, © Penton Media Inc

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Consumers Put More Value On Skin Care Than Other Beauty Products August 26, 2011: 04:45 AM EST Consumers put more importance on skin care than other beauty products, according to Euromonitor. Skin care products accounted for 23 percent of the total sales of cosmetics and personal care products in 2010 to reach US$88 billion, with anti-ageing products posting the highest compound annual growth rate at 5 percent. Euromonitor also found that sales of supplements are rising strongly, from $2 billion in 2006 to $3 billion in 2010, but that manufacturers could to a better job of informing consumers about anti-ageing benefits nutricosmetics seem to offer.  Pooja Kondhia, "Skin care priorities to drive sales of nutricosmetics", Cosmetics Design, August 26, 2011, © William Reed Business Media SAS

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School Foodservice Supplier Expands Product Line With Healthier Offerings August 17, 2011: 09:33 PM EST Frozen food supplier Schwan’s Food Service says a major product development investment has resulted in a 50 percent expansion of its product line with more than 50 healthier foods that meet proposed USDA School Meal Rules, as well as the HealthierUS School Challenge (HUSSC) guidelines. The new products contain at least 51 percent whole grains, less than 35 percent calories from fat, no more than 10 percent calories from saturated fat, zero grams of trans fats and less than 600 mg of sodium. New products being offered include reformulations of its most popular school pizzas. The company claims to hold a 70 percent market share in the foodservice pizza category. "Leading School Food Supplier, Schwan’s Food Service, Serves Up Industry’s First Portfolio of Products to Meet Proposed USDA School Meal Rules", The Schwan Food Company, August 17, 2011, © Schwan's Shared Services, LLC

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Study Shows Consumers Worldwide Are Warming Up To Omega-3 August 17, 2011: 10:34 PM EST Global awareness of omega-3 fatty acids as a vital nutrient for physical and mental health has reached "critical mass," according to the report "Omega-3: Global Product Trends and Opportunities," by Packaged Fats. For example, 9% of U.S. grocery shoppers buy food or beverage products with high omega-3 content in a regular shopping visit. Also, the portion of adults who take fish oil supplements has increased from 8 percent in 2006 to 17 percent in 2011. Global consumer spending on omega-3 food and beverages, health and beauty care products, and pet products grew to $13 billion in 2011, according to Packaged Facts estimates. Factors driving positive public image of omega-3 products include growing public awareness of health benefits, consumers' willingness to try new functional food and supplements, and positive media reporting. "Omega-3 Awareness on the Rise", Grocery Headquarters Magazine, August 17, 2011, © Grocery Headquarters Magazine

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Bloomberg Businessweek's Popular List Presents America's Leading Brands And More August 15, 2011: 01:02 AM EST "The Popularity Issue" list published by Bloomberg Businessweek presents the bestselling, as well as the fastest-selling, brands and products, and includes lots of trivia. For example, Nescafe is the most popular brand of coffee in the world, with about 3,000 cups consumed every second, Microsoft sold more than 8 million Xbox Kinect units in 60 days after the videogame motion control system was released; the Nissan Leaf can go 73 miles before the battery needs recharging; and Levi's 501 is the most popular jeans. Anna Rudenko, "Bloomberg Businessweek: America’s Most Popular Brands in Numbers", Popsop, August 15, 2011, © Popsop Ltd.

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Quality Of Campus Foodservice Is Important, But Disappointing, To College Students, Survey Finds August 10, 2011: 07:53 PM EST A report from consumer research group Technomic has found that the quality of campus foodservice is an important criterion when students select a college or university to attend. But many students say the quality of the campus dining experience falls short of expectations. Though 44 percent of students indicated that their school’s dining program was at least somewhat important in the enrollment decision, only 32 percent said their school’s dining program is satisfactory. According to research director Sara Monette, these findings suggest there are significant opportunities for foodservice suppliers and operators who focus on pleasing college students with their $300 billion in buying power. For example, only 28 percent said they were satisfied with the healthy offerings at their school. "Technomic finds college students calling for healthier choices and greater say in shaping campus dining programs", Press release, Technomic, August 10, 2011, © Technomic

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Food Trucks Roll On, Become More Popular In US August 10, 2011: 09:10 PM EST Food trucks have grown more popular among food lovers, becoming a significant player in the US restaurant market. The food truck trend has spread beyond foodie centers like New York and Los Angeles to cover the country's other cities. College graduate chefs, young Americans' passion for exciting and ecology-friendly cuisine, and the economic slowdown have been driving the food truck sector's expansion. A chef survey by the National Restaurant Association revealed that food trucks are a top operational trend in 2010, while 91 percent of consumers familiar with food trucks say these are "no passing fad," according to a Technomic study. "Mobile food trend just keeps on truckin'", USA TODAY, August 10, 2011, © USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Co. Inc

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Draft Animals Play Starring Roles At Northeast Organic Farming Association's Summer Event August 8, 2011: 07:37 PM EST The Draft Animal Power Network will bring its Northeast Animal Power Field Days event, which includes workshops on how to use draft animals in agriculture, to the Northeast Organic Farming Association's 2011 summer conference at the University of Massachusetts Research Farm. An increasing number of organic farmers using or are interested in using draft animals prompted the show's organizers to link the events. Workshops will focus on topics including the basics of using animal power in farms and farm-horse health. Sessions are designed for different kinds of operations and include a tour of Natural Roots Farm in Conway. RICHIE DAVIS, "Organic farms embracing animal power", Daily Hampshire Gazette, August 08, 2011, © Daily Hampshire Gazette

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Baby Boomers Turn To Functional Foods, Beverages To Maintain Health August 8, 2011: 10:33 AM EST Consumer demand for foods with functional health benefits is on the rise, especially among baby boomers who are putting their trust in foods and beverages to prevent or manage health conditions. The trend is driven by several forces, including the economic downturn, increasingly expensive health care, and a growing awareness that a healthy diet is strongly associated with good health. According to Steve French, managing partner at Natural Marketing Institute, about 70 percent of baby boomers say they want to take more responsibility for their health – particularly by eating a healthy diet – because of uncertainties regarding America’s health care system. The result is increased sales of food products that address digestive, heart and joint issues, and of functional products believed to have medicinal qualities. Steve French, NMI, "Consumers Don’t Buy Ingredients; They Buy Product Benefits", Natural Product Insider, August 08, 2011, © Virgo Publishing, LLC

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Despite New EU Law, Many Herbal Products Sold In Europe Lack Key Safety Information August 9, 2011: 12:00 AM EST An investigation by British researchers has found that most over-the-counter herbal products in Europe do not contain key safety information required by a new EU law . The new law, which took effect in April, regulates the sale of traditional herbal medicines, including St. John’s Wort and Echinacea, requiring that labels contain clear information on possible side effects, drug interactions, etc. The researchers found that a number of popular herbal products, including Asian ginseng and ginkgo, may not be covered by the law and can lack key safety information. "The best advice to consumers is 'buyer beware', as it always has been," said Professor Theo Raynor. David K Raynor, et al., "Buyer beware? Does the information provided with herbal products available over the counter enable safe use?", BMC Medicine, August 09, 2011, © BioMed Central Ltd

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Company’s Mission Is To Ferret Out Fraudulently Labeled Foods Worldwide August 8, 2011: 07:30 AM EST Fraud in the food industry is a “phenomenal”  global problem, according to the CEO of Oritain Global, an independent New Zealand-based commercial venture that specializes in scientifically determining and certifying food origins. The company, which works with universities and government agencies around the world, has tested meat, dairy products, honey, vegetables, fruit, coffee beans, seeds, wine and wool, with a goal of ensuring that labels aren't lying. The company sees its mission as “food justice” for consumers, producers and regulators in the food industry. Examples of food fraud include fake – and often lethal – Russian vodka, cheap pork dyed and chemically treated to sell as beef in China,  and "Scotch" whiskey produced in China and India. Sally Rae, "Food verifying goes global", Otago DailyTimes, August 08, 2011, © Allied Press Limited

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Gemoscan Adds Vitamin And Supplement Advice To Its Food Allergy Detection System August 8, 2011: 10:45 AM EST Gemoscan Canada Inc. introduced the Hemocode Food Intolerance System, a new version of its Hemocode System food allergy detection technology that comes upgraded with Pharmetics Inc.'s technology to offer personalized vitamin and supplement recommendations. Gemoscan's food intolerance detection system analyzes a consumer's blood sample to determine food intolerances. Consumers receive a personalized report detailing their immuno-based food and food additives allergies. Reports now also include vitamin and supplement recommendations that Gemoscan hopes will help consumers achieve "optimal nutrition." Joanna Cosgrove, "Personalized Supplements for Food Intolerances", Nutraceutical World, August 08, 2011, © Rodman Publishing

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For U.S. Consumers, Eating Healthy Costs More Than Eating The Usual Diet August 4, 2011: 10:03 PM EST Researchers from the University of Washington's Center for Public Health Nutrition found that eating a healthy diet that follows the U.S. government's Dietary Guidelines for Americans costs more than typical diets. Analysis of data from the Seattle Obesity Study showed that diets incorporating vegetables and fruits cost more than diets that include saturated fat and added sugar. For example, adding sufficient potassium to meet the requirement would cost an extra $380 each year. Study authors stressed the need for the government needs to change the food system to lower costs of healthy foods. Mary Guiden, "Consumers who follow federal nutrition guidelines may have higher food costs, UW researchers say", University of Washington, August 04, 2011, © University of Washington

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Farmers Markets Increasing, Expanding To Communities Across US August 5, 2011: 06:51 PM EST   More than 1,000 farmers markets were added into the 2011 USDA Farmers Market Directory to reach a total of 7,175, showing a healthy expansion of farmers markets to communities in the United States. Farmers markets increased the most in Alaska, with 46 percent more than in 2010; Texas, with 38 percent; and Colorado and New Mexico, with 38 percent. The rise in farmers markets looks to indicate the local and regional food system is thriving and speaks to a growing interest - the USDA reported that from January to July, 2011, the USDA Farmers Market Directory had over 1.8 million page views, up 3x from the same period in 2010. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan, "7,175 Ways to Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food: Visit a Farmers Market", USDA Blog, August 05, 2011, © USDA

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Americans Recognize The Health Benefits Of Food, Survey Finds August 4, 2011: 10:21 AM EST Cardiovascular disease, weight and cancer are the top health concerns of Americans, according to research from the International Food Information Council, that also found that people look to food for its health advantages. Ninety percent of Americans can name at least one food and its associated benefit. Seventy-six percent say that functional foods can have a meaningful impact on their health, though they look mainly to fruits and vegetables, fish/fish oil, dairy, whole grains, and herbs and spices to help improve or maintain their health. "Americans Look To Food To Improve Health", Press release, Food Insight (IFICF), August 04, 2011, © International Food Information Council Foundation

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