Coca-Cola Co. acquired about half of the equity in the beverage business of Saudi Arabia-based Aujan Industries for $980 million, to expand its presence in non-alcoholic beverages in the Middle East.
A new study, published in the latest issue of the journal Food and Nutrition Sciences, reveals that in many plant-based food supplements levels of these compounds are so low they are of no concern.
A survey of U.S. chefs conducted by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) indicates healthier kids fare and local sourcing of food will be the hottest trends on U.S. restaurant menus in 2012.
McCain Foods India Pvt. Ltd, the Indian subsidiary of McCain Foods Canada, announced the appointment of Vikas Mittal as managing director of India & Subcontinent region.
Research by Cambridge University has found that people whose meals comprised 15% protein consumed 260 fewer calories every day than those with only 10% protein -- a figure that equates to losing two stone in weight every year.