Isolated soy protein added to the diets of 14 men, all military veterans under treatment for advanced stages of type 2 diabetes, significantly lowered unwanted proteins in their urine and slightly raised desired HDL cholesterol levels in their blood, researchers say.
National Starch and Chemical Company has submitted a petition to the FDA asking for simplification and standardization of carbohydrate labeling on food packages.
ConAgra Food Ingredients is introducing a new whole-grain flour -- Ultragrain White Whole Wheat -- that purportedly allows consumers to enjoy the freshness, sweeter taste and smooth texture available from refined flour products in 100% whole-wheat products.
Delegates to an international conference on healthy eating in Christchurch, New Zealand, were warned they needed a global brand if they wanted their message to be heard.