Newsletter 10/2009
Good food – better health
“The future of functional foods looks good,” say Seppo Salminen, the head of Functional Foods Forum. “For example, the significance of molecular gastronomy is growing all the time, as is the need for new good-tasting and healthy products.”
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Lapland berries bring wellbeing
Because of the challenging conditions for their growth, berries and plants in northern areas contain high-value fatty acids, vitamins and nature’s own antioxidants in abundance. The Tornio-based company Aromtech Ltd produces seed oils, bioactive extracts and nature’s aromas from arctic raw materials. Read more
Finnish super food from oats
Research shows that oat fibres are beneficial for the intestines and heart. Bioferme Oy, a family company, has developed the world’s first functional fermented oat products, which are now aiming for international markets. Read more
Lactose-free milk conquers USA market
Valio Oy started its conquest of the US market with its lactose-free milk drink Valio Real Goodness TM lactose free milk. If the targets are reached, Valio intends launching its other functional products. Read more
EU upholds xylitol health claim
Xylitol chewing gum, a Finnish innovation promoting teeth hygiene, was launched onto the market in 1975. This year the EU’s Standing Committee on Foodstuffs approved the health claim concerning 100% xylitol. Read more
ECONOMY UPDATE
Stability within sight
Favourable signs are perceptible in the trends of Finnish business life, even though the situation is still poor. The market situation is expected to stabilise gradually but there are no expectations of a rapid recovery.
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