FTC sends warning letters about green certification seals
Federal Trade Commission Agency wants seals to be informative, accurate Environmental seals and certifications can inadvertently deceive consumers by conveying more than a marketer intends. The FTC...
View ArticleBeverage industry will drive plastic caps and closures market through 2019
Technavio Research Water packaging is the fastest-growing segment of the beverage market Growth in the beverage industry, particularly in bottled water, will drive increasing plastic caps sales...
View ArticlePackaged Facts: 19% of U.S. adults purchase ancient grains on menus or at retail
Packaged Facts More people purchase ancient grains products at groceries than order them at restaurants Ancient grains, which can be found throughout the grocery store and on a variety of high-end...
View ArticleConsumers concerned about sugar in dairy products, DSM survey finds
DSM Food Specialties Report illustrates opportunity for low-sugar dairy products More than half of consumers surveyed care about their sugar intake, yet many expect their consumption of sugar in dairy...
View ArticleExpo East panel zeroes in on opportunities for tomorrow's organic
All Things Organic panelists say organic industry at critical crossroads A group of organic thought leaders agreed on Thursday that the organic food industry must overcome major challenges to fulfill...
View ArticlePETA sues Whole Foods over 'humane meat' claims
PETA Animal-rights group says chain's standards are similar to industry minimums Whole Foods' 5-Step Animal Welfare Rating System is not adequately monitored or meaningfully enforced, PETA argues in a...
View ArticleConsumers' changing perception of fat will affect market, investment...
Credit Suisse Research Institute Credit Suisse Research projects increasing consumption of natural fats Consumers and medical researchers gradually are favoring food products with more natural...
View ArticleVitamin D may help obese people move more, hurt less
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View ArticleWhat's new in the sports nutrition and weight loss ingredient world?
Turns out there is something new under the sunny playing fields. Todd Runestad read more
View ArticleIs krill really the better omega-3?
Todd Runestad Study done by omega-3 supplier (that doesn’t offer krill) says they’re all the same Study done by omega-3 supplier (that doesn’t offer krill) says you've seen one DHA/EPA, you've seen...
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