The potentially harmful effect of excessive fructose in our diet can start to be reversed in just nine days, according to a new study conducted by Touro University California and the University of California, San Francisco. The remarkable research also reveals that fructose - not overeating - is the key concern when it comes to health problems associated with a high-fructose diet.

Wind Point Partners, a Chicago-based private equity investment firm, announced it has acquired Gehl Foods. Headquartered in Germantown, Wisconsin, Gehl Foods is a leading manufacturer of shelf-stable, dairy-based products including cheese sauces, puddings, yogurt and dairy-based nutritional beverages. The Company’s products are sold through both foodservice and retail channels.

Prior to joining the Ethanol group in 2007, Willis’ broad-based ADM tenure included experience as commercial manager of three large oilseeds crush plants. He also managed origination and transportation assets within the company’s Agricultural Services business unit.

The transaction closed February 20, 2015; financial terms were not disclosed.

NutriFusion®, a provider of natural nutrition and phytonutrient products for food manufacturers, announced an agreement with Beyond Meat®, a leading developer of plant-based products that replicate the texture and taste of meat.

H.J. Heinz Company and Kraft Foods Group, Inc. announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement to create The Kraft Heinz Company, forming the third largest food and beverage company in North America with an unparalleled portfolio of iconic brands.

Lemon-X's production facilities are located in Huntington Station, New York, which also serves as the corporate headquarters, and in Frostproof, Florida.