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No surprise, protein is crucial in quality of gluten-free baked products

The proteins in a formulation can drastically impact the quality and texture of gluten-free baked goods and therefore must be selected wisely, suggest researchers. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sam’s Club vendors via Gluten-free bakery protein choice is crucial.

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Watch what you claim, Safeway hit with false advertising lawsuit over ‘100% natural’ claims

Safeway has been hit with a proposed class action lawsuit alleging it misled consumers by describing its Open Nature Multi-Grain and Homestyle waffles as ‘100% natural’ because they contained the chemical additive sodium acid pyrophosphate (SAPP). Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sam’s Club […]

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It isn’t going away. Canada’s gluten-free market surges: Packaged Facts

Riding the wave of continued strong consumer demand for gluten-free food options, Canada’s gluten-free market reached $458.9 million in 2012, according to a recent report from Packaged Facts entitled ‘Gluten-Free Foods in Canada’. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sams Club vendors via Canada’s […]

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Act of Precaution. General Mills recalls Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Icing

General Mills has issued a voluntary recall on refrigerated Pillsbury iced cinnamon rolls due to risk of plastic contamination. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sam’s Club vendors via General Mills recalls Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls with Icing.

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A Sad Global State, Israeli Designer Promotes Bomb-Proof Backpack for Schoolkids | TheBlaze.com

As children returned to school this week in Israel and as the U.S. and Western nations weigh a military strike on Syrian government forces, an Israeli designer is offering one accessory for those who fear being far from shelter if and when a missile strikes. Israeli designer Hila Raam created “Rhinoskin” — a backpack constructed […]

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Artichokes, celery, Mexican Oregano fight pancreatic cancer | Nutraingredients

University of Illinois scientists Jodee Johnson and Elvira Gonzalez de Mejia found in two in vitro studies that celery and artichokes contain apigenin and luteolin , flavonoids that kill human pancreatic cancer cells by inhibiting an important enzyme. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and […]

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Sales of organic products rose 13% in the year to July 6 in the US retail market, says SPINS

Sales of organic products rose 13% to $11.2bn in the year to July 6 in the US retail market, with the highest growth found in shelf-stable meats, poultry and seafood +61%; followed by baby food +34%; and shelf-stable functional beverages +33%; according to new data from SPINS. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail […]

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High calorie food warning revealed in study

A group of academics is arguing for the introduction of public health messages urging people to consume fewer high-calorie foods reported via Innovations in Food Ingredients. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sams Club vendors via High calorie food warning revealed in study.

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My Private Brand – Asda Launches Chosen by Kids

Walmart-owned British retailer Asda has begun rollout of a 180 skus Private Brand for children, called ‘Chosen By Kids’. The new line is a sub-brand of Asda’s ‘Chosen By You’ brand, products will include golden syrup-flavored porridge pots, mini tomato wraps, snacks and microwaveable ready-meals, including a spaghetti and meatball meal containing ‘hidden vegetables’. Blue […]

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Broccoli compound benefits may be result of metabolic re-tuning | NutraIngredients Report

Metabolic modifications from consumption of “high-glucoraphanin” broccoli may be behind the suggested health benefits and cancer-fighting ability of the cruciferous vegetable, according to a new clinical trial. Blue Sky Retail, LLC. – Specializing in Retail Link, administrative compliance, and sales support for Walmart and Sams Club vendors via Broccoli compound benefits may be result of […]

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