New Channels News in Brief…
For people battling decreased appetite and energy, unintentional weight loss and fatigue while undergoing cancer treatment, Hormel Foods has introduced Hormel Vital Cuisine, a line of packaged ready-to-eat meals, nutrition shakes and whey protein powders. The products are nutrient- and protein-rich, a huge benefit to patients who often battle a drastic loss of energy and muscle mass while going through cancer treatment. The line is developed with support from experts at the Cancer Nutrition Consortium (CNC), an organization comprised of nutritionists, dietitians, oncologists and physicians from cancer research institutions, along with professional chefs from the Culinary Institute of America. The meals are sold online for patient convenience…
Ventura Foods, a producer of custom and proprietary dressings, sauces, mayonnaises, oils and other flavorings, has reached an agreement to acquire the Dressings, Sauces and Mayonnaise business of Cargill…
Albertsons Cos. will provide free hearing tests to customers in 24 stores using a testing kiosk developed by Hearing Wellness Network. Kiosks are available now as part of a pilot program at participating Albertsons, Acma, Jewel-Osco, Safeway, Shaw’s, Star Market and Tom Thumb stores.
