Published: May 15, 2013

A chemical that naturally occurs in turmeric root appears to improve heart health as much as moderate aerobic exercise.

Published: May 15, 2013

DSM is expanding its health ingredient portfolio with the introduction of OatWell oat beta-glucan, following the acquisition of the OatWell brand from CreaNutrition.

Published: May 15, 2013 By: Naomi Tajitsu

Chinese controlled-New Zealand dairy company Synlait Milk Ltd is planning a public share offer to fund an expansion in China's booming infant formula market, tapping into global demand for food-related investments in Asia.

Published: May 14, 2013

Food miles (or food kilometers) is a term used to describe the distance that food is transported as it travels from its producer to its consumer.

Published: May 14, 2013

Researchers say a diet rich in antioxidants may provide some relief for the estimated 10 million Americans afflicted with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), for whom a "cardiovascular event" is a great risk.

Published: May 14, 2013

Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority interest in the Happy Family brand of organic baby food products.

Published: May 13, 2013

A review published in Seminars in Neurology has found evidence suggesting that a diet full of plant-derived or based foods and some fatty fish may be the best for the prevention of stroke.

Published: May 13, 2013

This may be controversial. Since high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has been pointed out as a leading cause of fatty liver, obesity, and other bad health issues, many assume the same is true for consuming fruits.

Published: May 13, 2013

An organic snack bar has been developed specifically for expecting and nursing women.

Published: May 13, 2013

Organic salad producer Earthbound Farm, San Juan Bautistsa, Calif., is exploring a sale of the company, according to sources.

Published: May 13, 2013

An animal study suggests that taking grape seed extract as a dietary supplement may help reverse high fat diet induced obesity and improve lipid profiles and reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Published: May 10, 2013

If you are suffering from flatulence or bloating due to too much gas in your stomach, you are in the right place because this article will give you some examples of foods that are less likely to cause flatulence.

Published: May 10, 2013

Anecdotal evidence shows that the broth of cooked black beans is a curative arthritis treatment, possessing high amounts of anthocyanins, the same nutrients found in tart cherry juice, pomegranates, and red wine.

Published: May 10, 2013

Researchers from Reading University have found that three glasses of champagne per week could help prevent the onset of brain disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Published: May 09, 2013

Tomatoes and soy foods may be more effective in preventing prostate cancer when they are eaten together than when either is eaten alone, said a University of Illinois study.

Published: May 09, 2013

Foods marketed to children in the United Kingdom that are often considered to be healthy, such as yogurts, cereal bars and ready-to-eat meals, are higher in fat, sugar and salt than those marketed to the general population.

Published: May 09, 2013 By: Joey Cardillo

The Paleo diet is a way of eating that revolves around keeping food and lifestyle choices in line with what our Paleolithic ancestors would have eaten.

Published: May 09, 2013

SunOpta Inc. has announced record first quarter revenues of $282.8 million, an increase of approximately 9% versus the 2012 first quarter.

Published: May 09, 2013

Arla Food Ingredients has launched its ‘Staging’ concept into the $11.5bn infant formula category.

Published: May 09, 2013

While bioengineered-free claims are limited on a global basis, representing just over 1% of new product launches, the number is growing and expected to continue to grow in coming years.