Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein (HVP) can be used as a flavour enhancer. In the US earlier this month, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) estimated that around 10 000 products will have been recalled due to the presence of a HVP that may contain Salmonella. This type of HVP gives a umami flavour and is often …
Continue reading ...Queensland school canteens have been using a traffic light system to identify foods that should be eaten often (Green) to those that should be eaten only occasionally (Red). It is easy to understand by all, and has been in use for some years now. There has been much discussion about using a similar system to …
Continue reading ...Organic food has not been sprayed or treated with chemicals, and must meet specific requirements to be certified. The general perception by many to date, is that organic food is more expensive and, therefore, out of the range of most. There is also a view by some that it is “highbrow” or really only of …
Continue reading ...The Food and Health Dialogue, which is jointly convened by the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC) and Parliamentary Secretary for Health Mark Butler, has set new salt reduction targets for many ready to eat cereals and bread, rolls and buns. Leading food manufacturers are now reducing their salt content as a result of the …
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