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Americans Still Consume Too Much Sodium

The latest Vital Signs report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate the average American consumes about 3,300 milligrams of sodium per day, not including any salt added at the table, which is more than twice the recommended limit for about half ...More
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Like Fatty Foods? Blame Your Genes

A person’s preference for fatty foods may be genetic according to Penn State researchers who discovered people with certain forms of the CD36 gene may like high-fat foods more than those who have other forms of this gene. The findings, published in the journal Obesity, may ...More
February 3, 2012
Posted in News, Dressing / Marinades
FDA Seeks Permanent Injunction Against NY Cheese Maker

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) asked the U.S. Department of Justice on Jan. 30 to seek a permanent injunction against a New York cheese manufacturer from operating because of a history of unsanitary conditions and producing cheese in a facility contaminated ...More
January 31, 2012
Posted in News
IDFA Voices Concern About Milk Restrictions in Schools

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) commended the USDA for highlighting the nutritional role that dairy products play in the final regulations governing the reimbursable school meal program released Jan. 25; however, it expressed concern that restrictions on ...More
January 27, 2012
Posted in News
Fancy Food Product Trivial Pursuit

I just attended my 18th Fancy Food Show. Back in 1994 it cost $25 and there was lots of chocolate, cheese and olive oil. This year, it cost $45, and there was STILL lots of chocolate, cheese and olive oil, but there were also lots of banana jams, healthy indulgence items ...More
January 27, 2012
Posted in Blog, Flavor, Sauces / Gravies / Soup
High-Protein Diets

A look at the effectiveness of high-protein, low-carbohydrate diets for weight loss. ...More
January 19, 2012
Posted in Articles, Fiber
New Flavor Twists on Mayonnaise Spice Up Menus

A long-time staple in American refrigerators, mayonnaise is weaving its way onto the culinary scene with new flavor twists and variations to spice up the condiment’s standing among other tasty staples such as ketchup and mustard. ...More
January 18, 2012
Posted in News, Flavor
Recapping 2011’s Top Dairy Research

The role of dairy intake in reducing the prevalence of health conditions like obesity, metabolic syndrome and heart disease is central to the Dairy Research Institute research initiatives, which saw several advances in work in 2011, as more and more research identified the ...More
January 17, 2012
Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
Parents Play Role in Hispanic Kids' Weight Management

Hispanics are among the most overweight ethnic groups in the United States; however, parents can help curb obesity by adopting healthy eating, physical activity and weight-management strategies for their kids, according to a new study published in the Journal of the Academy ...More
December 28, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber
Fresh Herb Preparations for Cheese Spreads and Convenience Foods

A range of fresh herb preparations, from Frutarom, add a new dimension of flavor for cheese spreads and premium convenience products. ...More
December 21, 2011
Posted in News, Sauces / Gravies / Soup