When it comes to the beverages we drink, consumers are going back to the basics. According to Nielsen (Healthy Eating Trends around the world 2015), the most desirable attributes are foods and beverages that are fresh, natural and minimally processed. Foods and beverages with all natural ingredients and those without genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are each considered very important and the absence of artificial colors, flavors and foods made from vegetables/fruits […]
Recently, an amendment to the EU food additives regulation has removed the requirement for Stevia blends to contain at least 75% stevioside or reb A, giving food and beverage manufacturers possibility of formulating better-tasting, Stevia-sweetened products. Regulation (EU) 2016/1814 , which was effective on 3 November, amends the specifications for steviol glycosides set out in an annex to regulation (EU) No 231/2012. Under the old legislation, stevioside and/or reb A had […]
The demand for minimally processed fresh products, easy to prepare and ready to eat, as well as the globalization of the food trade, poses enormous challenges for food safety and quality. With a growing global population raising its own sustainability issues, it is not difficult to understand that food security has become a major concern in the 21st century. Consumers want healthy food, which is why the meat industry must respond […]
In the last decades, the rushed lifestyle has caused changes in eating habits, promoting people to eat more processed fast foods increasing the risk of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases among others. Such reality has made people more conscious of a healthy lifestyle although a grand percentage of the population is still unaware and uninformed of the consequences of bad eating habits. By being aware of this situation, some countries have […]
The main purpose of a healthy diet is to provide the human body with necessary nutritional values. Nowadays, the advances in science provide basic concepts such as how to avoid nutritional deficiency and to teach the concept of proper nutrition. Consumers in general are more aware of the relationship between an optimal nutritional diet and a healthy lifestyle, consequently interesting them in the consumption of foods that provide health benefits. Functional […]
By Nathan Gray While no single substitute for nitrite can replace all of its functions a combination of emerging technologies and plant-based ingredients could be used to reduce or completely replace nitrite in processed meats, say researchers. The review, published Trends in Food Science & Technology, explores a variety of different technologies and ingredients that could be used for the reduction or replacement of nitrites in the production of […]
Are Health & Wellness concerned consumers increasing the link of added sugar to systemic inflammation, leading to cardiovascular disease and a host of other chronic diseases and ailments?* Let’s take a look of some information about it: • Worldwide obesity has nearly doubled since 1980. • Over 200 million men and nearly 300 million women were obese. • 65% of the world’s population lives in countries where overweight and obesity […]
Margarine and butter Market, is evolving according to trends and current needs, changing, more educated and at the end, more demanding consumers. In relation to consumption moments, authenticity or “Homemade” plays an important role appealing to the emotional side of consumers through products close to home, using tradition and treasured memories. Butter consumption associated with pleasurable experiences or indulgence, makes that “Premium” products be relevant, with mixtures of ingredients that […]
The growing and coveted market of bottled water continues to evolve in response to consumer needs, approaching functional beverages and responding to consumption times with appropriate and innovative packaging. Although the refreshing sensation and naturalness remain as important driver in the category passed in 2015, also highlight the launches associated with indulgence and pleasure experiences, as well as weight Control and calorie intake. It may be noted also in the […]
Stonyfield Farm has launched a line of Frozen Yogurt Pearls – scoops of organic frozen yogurt encased in edible fruit skins New Hampshire-based yogurt brand Stonyfield Farm has collaborated with WikiFoods, Inc., an edible packaging company to create package-less frozen yogurts. WikiFoods, Inc. has shared their WikiPearl technology with Stonyfield for a new line of frozen yogurt, called Stonyfield Frozen Yogurt Pearls. WikiPearl technology takes inspiration from fruit skin to encase […]
