The nose knows best? Not really, researchers say
19 February, 2014The nose isn't the only organ associated with smell, according to researchers from the Université de Montréal. Apparently vision also plays a role in how we perceive smell.
Good gracious - greater grains!
08 February, 2014Research undertaken by Flinders University scientists could help increase the nutritional output of the staple grains of developing countries. The team has shown that they can alter the distribution of micronutrients such as zinc and iron in rice and wheat, creating more nutritious crops. Staple food crops such as wheat and rice form the bulk of diets in poorer countries, but they contain very low levels of essential micronutrients; iron and zinc in particular. Whole grains contain higher levels of micronutrients but most of these are found in the outer layers of the grain which are often removed prior to cooking.
A universal definition of "whole grain"
07 February, 2014The term "whole grain" seems like it should be relatively straightforward. In reality, there has never been a complete legally endorsed definition of whole grain flour and products.
Yoghurt consumption linked to decreased diabetes risk
06 February, 2014Scientists have found that a higher consumption of yoghurt reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes by 28%; consumption of low-fat fermented dairy (including all yoghurts and some low-fat cheeses) reduces risk by 24%.
Sodium intake linked to obesity
04 February, 2014A new US study has drawn a link between high sodium intake and obesity in teenagers. Dr Haidong Zhu, a molecular geneticist at Georgia Regents University, found a correlation between salt and fatness, and also inflammation.
Krones NitroHotfill bottle wins design award
04 February, 2014A Krones-designed NitroHotfill bottle has won Coca-Cola Amatil (CCA) the 2013 Australian Packaging Design Award. The 600 mL Powerade Sports bottle was voted Best of Show' at the awards.
Electronic tongue could replace human tasters, researchers say
03 February, 2014Spanish researchers have developed what they call an "electronic tongue" - an analysis system based on the human sense of taste that can distinguish between several brands of beer.
RFID technology keeps army rations fresh
31 January, 2014The reduced shelf life of food rations is costing the US military millions of dollars each year in wasted food. To combat this, researchers have been working to improve the shelf life of the US Army's MREs and FSRs for front-line troops.
Hempseed oil reaches new highs
30 January, 2014Hemp is gaining interest, and not just for its hallucinogenic properties. Low-THC varieties are used not only as a source of fibre for textiles, but also for their oils, which may have a variety of health benefits.
Microcracks make tougher glass
30 January, 2014Engraving networks of 3D microcracks in borosilicate glass increased the toughness of the glass by 200 times compared to non-engraved slides, researchers at McGill University in Canada discovered.
Filleting machine boosts Norwegian white fish industry
29 January, 2014A new white fish filleting machine could improve productivity and ensure the future of the Norwegian fish processing industry. The machine uses X-ray technology and jets of water to locate bones and efficiently fillet the fish.
Smelling the way to more appetising low-fat foods
28 January, 2014While taste, texture and mouthfeel are crucial to food enjoyment and acceptance, almost invariably the first way a food is sensed is by its smell. If it smells good we are much more likely to eat it. But it seems our sense of smell is much more refined than we realise - we can even detect dietary fat levels by smell!
ROFIN StarMAP software
24 January, 2014 | Supplied by: Laser Resources Management Pty LtdUsing StarMAP software from ROFIN, micro-perforations are individually customised for the produce and the packaging geometry. Package volume, packaging film type and storage temperature are considered as well.
Bioinformatics platform to predict probiotic functionality
24 January, 2014European research institutes have partnered with SMEs to develop a bioinformatics platform to predict the functionality of food bacteria and probiotics based on their genome sequence.
Chip-based infant formula detection for functional proteins developed
24 January, 2014Researchers in Singapore have developed a chip-based detection system for measuring functional protein in infant formula which they say could help to control and monitor quality.
