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Omega-3 fatty acids -- found in fish like salmon, mackerel and tuna, as well as walnuts, pumpkin seeds and linseeds -- prompt the gut to develop in a way that boosts the immune system.

A recent survey conducted by the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) and Galaxy Nutritional Foods examined parents' perspectives on the emotional impact that food allergies have on their children.

Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of food sensitization in children with certain single-nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), HealthDay News reports.

Smart Balance Inc. announced it acquired 100% of the equity interest of Importations DE-RO-MA, which owns Glutino Food Group, for $66.3 million.

As consumers see breakfast options diversify, cereal manufacturers are finding an increasingly competitive marketplace, where the competition is likely not remotely similar to their offerings. As such, cereal makers are focusing on key demographics and trends to make sure their newest launches are noticed.

Foods that have “gluten-free” on their label may actually contain significant amounts of gluten -- enough to cause gastrointestinal

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued instructions to its inspection program personnel in an effort to protect vulnerable consumers after an increased number of products have been recalled in the first half of 2011 due to the presence of undeclared allergens or other ingredients.

Many children who have received positive food allergy tests are unable to consume milk. However, the beverage plays an important role in a child's growth and development.

Gluten-free products are a marketplace trend. Two Prepared Foods’ R&D Application Seminars speakers provide information on rice-based and other starch ingredients of potential use with this formulation challenge.

As of January 1, 2012, the term gluten-free will only be applicable to foods with less than 20 parts gluten in a million.