17-Jun-2008 -
At a recent conference on hydrocolloids the discussions were dominated by health and price. In the first in a special series, FoodNavigator examines the potential opportunities and challenges for pectin for health.
12-Jun-2008 -
A highly methoxylated apple pectin (HMAP) may counter changes in metabolism and cardiovascular health associated with the metabolic syndrome, according to a study from Spain.
18-Apr-2008 -
Alkalising cocoa beans reduces the total flavanoid content by two-thirds, reducing the antioxidant potential of the product, according to new research.
17-Mar-2008 -
Four hybrid cocoa species developed in Ghana to have improved resistance to pest damage during storage have similar nutritional properties to conventional cocoa, says a study that topples a barrier to commercial trade.
07-Dec-2007 -
In an ongoing legal battle over polyphenol enriched cocoa extracts, Natraceutical Group has filed counterclaims alleging Mars' patents are invalid and unenforceable.
29-Oct-2007 -
Natraceutical has reported revenue of €123m in the third quarter of 2007 with 15 per cent growth in the food supplements division.
19-Oct-2007 -
A beta-glucan ingredient researched by New Zealand firm GraceLinc will be making an appearance in a range of bread and brioches by Italian firm Barilla.
26-Sep-2007 -
The future of research into the potential health benefits of cocoa should focus on the mechanisms and active compounds, with well defined clinical trials key to this burgeoning segment, says a new review by Nestlé.
18-Sep-2007 -
Natraceutical has paid €2m for a beta-glucan brand, citing potential for the natural food ingredient in the beauty sector as a motivating factor.
18-Sep-2007 -
Spanish biotech firm Natraceutical has entered the beta-glucan market with the acquisition of the high concentrate ingredient Viscofiber.
05-Sep-2007 -
Mars has announced it is adding more patents to its suit against Natraceutical so as to both strengthen its case and protect cocoa flavanol technology.
28-Aug-2007 -
Natraceutical Group said it has been notified that food giant Mars has withdrawn its request for a preliminary injunction filed against the Spanish ingredient maker over the US sale of its CocaonOX products.