| October 15, 2012 | News for the confectionery industry |
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- Sweet Pete's introduces flavorful vegan-friendly taffy
Sweet Pete's All Natural Sweet Shoppe is starting a wholesale division that offers vegan taffy. Produced in a gluten-, dairy-, nut- and soy-free facility, the taffy is available in cherry, grape, vanilla and key lime flavors, as well as peppermint for the holiday season. In addition to being all natural, the taffy offers a burst of flavor. "We purposely added more flavor than what most people are used to," said marketing director Allison Behringer. CandyAndSnackToday.com
(10/13)     
- Mars Chocolate rolling out four new products
Mars Chocolate North America is energizing four of its biggest brands with new snack products. The Dove Silky Smooth Cookies and Creme bar is hitting shelves now, while the Combos 7-layer dip tortilla snack, M&M chocolate bar and a limited-edition Milky Way French vanilla and caramel bar will be released between February and May 2013. Vending Times
(10/2012)
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- Study: Gum chewing linked with lower stress
Three studies funded by the Wrigley Science Institute and published in the journal Appetite suggest that chewing gum could decrease stress and boost positive feelings. The first two studies, conducted by scientists from Cardiff University, surveyed university workers and students, and showed a correlation between gum chewing, lower stress and higher productivity. But a third study of the relationship between gum chewing and cortisol levels, directed by Gemma Gray of Coventry University, found that gum chewing reduced participants' perception of stress but actually raised levels of the stress-producing hormone. FoodNavigator
(10/12)
- Nuts' healthy image is making a comeback, experts say
Nuts are good sources of protein in any meal, and people who were once wary of their fat and calorie count now are taking a more balanced approach to including them in their diet. Connie Diekman at Washington University in St. Louis says researchers also have a better understanding of how nuts affect health and diet. Los Angeles Times (tiered subscription model)
(10/13)
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NCA launches Treat Right
NCA debuted its Treat Right moderation campaign at the recent Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo hosted by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Laura Shumow and Zara Khaleeli interacted with thousands of dietitians and spoke about how candy fits into a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Two thousand examples of moderate amounts of candy were given away, and more than 1,000 Treat Right moderation charts were distributed. Contact Zara Khaleeli.
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NCA sponsors the Chicago Chocolate Festival
NCA’s Chocolate Council will sponsor the inaugural Chicago Fine Chocolate Show and The National Chocolate Show at Chicago’s Navy Pier this November. The Chocolate Council will exhibit the natural origins of chocolate, including "The Story of Chocolate" video and demonstration areas where consumer attendees will see real cocoa pods and beans as well as taste chocolate liquor and nibs. NCA will also be featured during education sessions highlighting chocolate origins, trends, and current regulatory and food safety topics. For more information, visit event website or contact Susan Whiteside.
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- Longer life span, lower BMI are seen among vegetarians
Vegetarians and vegans had a longer life span, lower BMI and lower insulin resistance compared with those who eat meat, according to a study presented at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' 2012 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo. The researchers also noted that pesco-vegetarians and semi-vegetarians showed "intermediate protection" from lifestyle diseases. EverydayHealth.com
(10/11)
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