From 1999 through 2004, sales of mainstream Mexican and authentic Hispanic convenience foods -- such as entrées and hand-held items -- have grown 103%, according to "The U.S. Market for Hispanic Foods and Beverages.”
Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. announced that Dr. Steven Nissen, medical director of the Cleveland Clinic Cardiovascular Coordinating Center (C5), has been appointed chairman of Forbes Medi-Tech's Medical & Scientific Advisory Board (MSAB).
Forbes Medi-Tech Inc. announced a European Commission decision has been issued authorizing the use of Forbes' cholesterol-lowering ingredient, Reducol, in milk-based beverages.
Bunge Limited announced the formation of an alliance with Procter & Gamble and Peter Cremer North America to produce and market cholesterol-reducing phytosterol ingredients for pharmaceuticals and foods.