Scientific evidence for advertised claims will be mandatory in India
India is a month off issuing new regulations which will clamp down on misleading food advertisements and labelling, bringing an end to unsubstantiated claims on food products.
Archives for May 9, 2012
Australia turns significant corner in children’s food advertising: AFGC
New research has shown that advertisements for high fat, sugar and salt (HFSS) foods have fallen to almost zero in Australia, according to the country’s Food and Grocery Council (AFGC).
Validated, gut-tailored probiotics needed in Asia: Frost & Sullivan
Developing demographic-specific formulations and validating health claims must be a focus for probiotic manufacturers targeting Asian markets, according to an industry analyst.
Foreign capital needed to boost Kiwi food and beverage sector: Government agency
New Zealand’s food and beverage industry must shift to producing end products in a bid to drive its export market, but this transition will require hefty foreign capital, a Ministry report said.