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Cold Stone Rolls Out Smoothie Line
As the demand grows for healthier frozen desserts, it should come as no surprise that Cold Stone Creamery is now offering an expanded better-for-you line of smoothies. The concept for these offerings was born in 2007 when Cold Stone Creamery became part of the Kahala Corp family of quick-service restaurant brands, including Blimpie, Great Steak & Potato, and TacoTime, among others.

Jamba Juice Announces Staff Cuts
Jamba Juice has announced that it is reorganizing its support functions and closing several underperforming stores. The reorganization will result in the elimination of approximately 53 positions in Jamba's support functions. These actions are part of an overall effort to reduce operating costs in light of, among other things, the company's decision to moderate new company store growth in fiscal 2008.

Dr. Smoothie Adds Three New Flavors
Dr. Smoothie Brands introduces three new flavors to its ever-expanding line of nutritionally minded products. Dr. Smoothie Brands seeks to increase business by bringing customers the new flavors of Orange Tangerine, Lime-O-Rita, and Chocoholic's Choice.

Juice may beat fruit for preventing heart disease
Grapes, apples and their juices can prevent the development of atherosclerosis in hamsters eating a high-fat, high-cholesterol diet, French researchers have found.