Mumbai bans meat
Mumbai has banned slaughter and the sale of meat, following a demand from the strictly vegetarian Jain community, sparking outrage among meat-eaters already upset by a permanent beef ban imposed this year.
Archives for September 9, 2015
Krill and fish oil supplements equally effective at boosting omega-3 levels, says DSM study
There are no differences in blood levels of omega-3 after consuming equal doses of fish oil or krill oil, says a new study from scientists at DSM.
Earth’s first superfood? Solazyme’s whole algae protein gains traction as formulators seek more vegan options
New sources of protein from edible insects to hemp are being incorporated into a growing number of products from bars to beverages. But does microalgae have what it takes to become a serious player in the so-called ‘alternative proteins’ market?
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One-size-does-not-fit-all: India, China, Japan still rule but rest of Asia rising for BASF
German ingredients giant BASF is expanding its Asian footprint one gentle step at a time, with Food Ingredients-Asia stand footfall affirming ever-more dynamic food markets in Thailand and other Asia-Pacific nations.