In the last decade, the cases of food allergies have doubled, and the number of hospitalizations caused by severe allergic reactions has increased seven-fold.
The committee identified a healthy dietary pattern as one higher in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low- or non-fat dairy, seafood, legumes and nuts.
According to Ball, the combined company will have pro forma 2014 revenue of approximately $15 billion and approximately 22,500 employees across five continents.