TECH FLASH CDC says trans fat reduction efforts slowed over time Progress varied by food type and parent company. June 12, 2013 Because consuming trans fat is harmful even at low levels, researchers urged manufacturers to renew efforts to discontinue or reformulate products containing them. Read More
TECH FLASH Large firms best positioned to improve profit margins As US consumers become more health conscious, large companies are able to offer new products at increased prices. Shane O'Halloran June 12, 2013 Smaller competitors often lack the consumer recognition that allows premium pricing. Read More
NY State appeals court hears arguments on NYC sugary drink ban The law, struck down in March, is aimed at curbing obesity. Shane O'Halloran June 12, 2013 The law, struck down in March, is aimed at curbing obesity. Read More
Tetra Pak predicts flavored milk as high growth area Flavored milk is expected to grow at more than double the rate of white milk between 2012 and 2015. Shane O'Halloran June 10, 2013 Flavored milk is expected to grow at more than double the rate of white milk between 2012 and 2015.Read More
New USDA study shows more fiber, less sugar and sodium in breakfast cereals Healthier cereals can help consumers meet recommended daily levels of nutritional dietary components. Shane O'Halloran June 4, 2013 Healthier cereals can help consumers meet recommended daily levels of nutritional dietary components.Read More
Wal-Mart looks to improve produce quality The retail giant will source more produce locally and increase employee training. Shane O'Halloran June 4, 2013 The retail giant will source more produce locally and increase employee training.Read More
US companies surpass calorie reduction goal three years early The partnership has reduced the marketplace by 1.5 trillion calories. May 30, 2013 The partnership has reduced the marketplace by 1.5 trillion calories. Read More
Genetically modified salmon can breed with conventional wild fish The risk of a modified fish entering the wild is low, but offspring would exhibit genetic differences. Shane O'Halloran May 29, 2013 The risk of a modified fish entering the wild is low, but offspring would exhibit genetic differences.Read More
Grocery Manufacturers Association says industry self-regulation working on marketing to children Food and beverage companies have worked with the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative to implement changes in the marketing landscape. Shane O'Halloran May 23, 2013 Food and beverage companies have worked with the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative to implement changes in the marketing landscape Read More
Researchers confirm cling peaches as nutritional as fresh Some nutrients increased after canning. Shane O'Halloran May 17, 2013 Some nutrients increased after canning.Read More