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Soy of Life's founder and creator, Sherry Kelly, says, "It all started with a stuffy nose." Sherry's allergic reaction to paraffin wax candles lead to the creation of her premium, natural and highly effective soy skincare line. Plymouth, MA (Vocus/PRWEB) March 08, 2011 Soy of Life nature's skincare was founded and created in 2006 by Sherry Kelly after she had an allergic reaction to paraffin wax candles on Christmas Eve of 2005. Concerned for her health, she decided to research...

VANCOUVER, March 4 /PRNewswire/ - Burcon NutraScience Corporation (TSX - BU) announced today that the company has entered into a license agreement with Archer Daniels Midland Company ("ADM") for the worldwide production, distribution and sale of Burcon's CLARISOY(®) soy protein.  CLARISOY is a unique soy protein product that is 100 percent soluble, transparent and very low in viscosity in low pH (acidic) beverages.  Use of CLARISOY allows for the production of transparent,...

DERRY, N.H., Feb. 9, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BioSan Laboratories announced today a recall of products in its Essentials(TM) and RightFoods(TM) lines because they may contain undeclared soy. BioSan Laboratories has not received any reports of adverse or allergic reactions to these products. Although the levels of soy are low, people with soy allergies risk an allergic reaction if they consume these products. In swift and highly precautionary voluntary response, the company is recalling every...

Two new sources of soybean meal are capturing attention throughout the country. University of Illinois research indicates that fermented soybean meal and enzyme-treated soybean meal may replace fish meal in weanling pig diets."The price of fish meal has exploded and is causing producers to search for new options for weanling pig diets," said Hans H. Stein, U of I professor of animal sciences. "Pigs are traditionally fed diets containing relatively large amounts of animal...

ALBANY, Ga., Feb. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The new 2010 Dietary Guidelines address the American obesity epidemic by telling consumers to "maintain calorie balance over time" and to do it by "consuming nutrient-dense foods" such as peanuts. When maintaining proper calorie balance, refined grains, solid fats, and added sugars should be replaced with nutrient dense foods. The new Dietary Guidelines explains, "A healthy eating pattern ... emphasizes nutrient-dense foods - vegetables, fruits,...

Soybean production has continued to increase in the Northeast United States with more and more first time growers planting the crop and many experienced growers planting alongside corn crops. To save on time and expenses, some farmers plant soybeans with a corn planter in 30-inch rows instead of 7.5-inch rows with the regularly used grain drill.Dr. William Cox, a Cornell University scientist, investigated the response of two soybean varieties in row widths of 7.5, 15, and 30 inches at four...

WEST SALEM, Wis., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the deregulation of Roundup Ready® Alfalfa (RRA) without conditions. This was the final step in an extensive environmental review process undertaken by the USDA that took 46 months to complete. With the return of RRA to the U.S. market, alfalfa growers will once again have the option to use this safe, beneficial technology. Some of the benefits of RRA include a more productive and...

FIVE POINTS, Calif., Jan. 21, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- S&W Seed Company (Nasdaq: SANW) today announced that its proprietary, non-dormant, high yield alfalfa varieties marketed as "SW 9720" and "SW 9215" have been renamed "SW 9720S" and "SW 9215S." The added "S" will serve to distinguish and emphasize the varieties as highly tolerant to salty soil and salty irrigation water. The name change has been reviewed and authorized by the California Crop Improvement Association, the seed certifying...

The Naturade Pea Protein vanilla shake provides an excellent source of vegetable-based protein and is suitable for low-carbohydrate dieters, vegetarians, vegans, children, athletes and anyone looking to add some extra protein to their diet. Orange, CA (PRWEB) January 11, 2011 Naturade®, a leading brand in the natural products channel for more than 84 years, is proud to announce the introduction of Naturade Pea Proteinâ„¢, a new vegan formula that provides all the benefits of pea...

Organic egg producer looks to help consumers with soy allergies enjoy eggs Arcadia, CA (PRWEB) December 21, 2010 Chino Valley Ranchers, a producer of organic eggs located in Arcadia, has introduced its new soy free egg in select grocery stores throughout California. As part of its larger push to educate the general market about the merits of eggs from chickens raised on soy free diets, the company has also launched a website and blog on the topic. The company looks to connect with...