Industry News
Cassava: the staple crop that can kill you
To help improve strategies for breeding disease-resistant and climate-tolerant varieties of cassava, an international research team has mapped the root crop's genetic diversity. [ + ]
Low-salt diets could be doing more harm than good
A worldwide study has found that low-salt diets may actually increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death compared to average salt consumption. [ + ]
Tricking our bodies into living longer
Researchers have 'tricked' a worm's metabolism into a state of caloric restriction, extending the animal's life span by 50%. [ + ]
Testing the health claims for fermented dairy products
Researchers have reviewed the scientific basis of claims that fermented dairy foods can act as a treatment for hypertension. [ + ]
GS1 and Australian Made to promote CoOL laws
GS1 Australia and the Australian Made Campaign will collaborate to help the food and grocery sector deliver the new country of origin labelling information to consumers and retailers. [ + ]
Nestlé research partnership to address gut bacteria and health
Imperial College London and Nestlé Research have announced the establishment of a research and innovation partnership exploring metabolic health and nutrition. [ + ]
LINPAC to discuss food-saving innovations at AIP conference
Fresh food packaging manufacturer LINPAC is fighting food waste through packaging innovation. [ + ]
Has folic acid fortification failed?
20 years of fortifying food with folic acid in the US has not reduced the incidence of birth defects to the degree expected, according to a study by Stanford University School of Medicine. [ + ]
Adaptable squid thrive in a changing ocean
The number of cephalopods (octopus, cuttlefish and squid) has increased in the world's oceans over the past 60 years, a University of Adelaide study has found. [ + ]
US updates nutrition facts labels
The US Food and Drug Administration has launched an updated Nutrition Facts label for packaged food. [ + ]
AUSVEG CEO announces immediate retirement
AUSVEG CEO Richard Mulcahy has announced his retirement, effective immediately. [ + ]
Australia ranks 3rd in world's fastest-growing vegan markets
Australia is projected to be the third-fastest-growing vegan market between 2015 and 2020, behind China and United Arab Emirates, according to research conducted into ethical labelling. [ + ]
Natural sweeteners loosen sugar's hold in soft drinks
The announcement of the UK's 'sugar tax' has further sparked interest in reduced-sugar and diet drinks, a segment already on the rise thanks to increased focus on obesity and sugar intake. But is this translating into actual product launches? [ + ]
Potato consumption linked to high blood pressure
Increased consumption of potatoes has been linked to an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, according to a study published by The BMJ. [ + ]
Nutrition guidelines to manage GI symptoms in autism
It is well known that gastrointestinal symptoms often accompany an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis in children. A guideline for management of these issues was released last year by the Marcus Autism Center, an affiliate of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and published online by the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (JAND). [ + ]
