The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a request for information (RFI) on the prevalence and severity of sesame allergies in the United States to inform possible regulatory action that would require sesame to be labeled as…
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Tate & Lyle PLC (Tate & Lyle) announces that one of its ingredients, PROMITOR® Soluble Fiber, is one of three shortlisted products in the “Innovative Health Ingredients” category of the Gulfood Manufacturing Industry Excellence…
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Adding highly refined fiber to processed foods could have negative effects on human health, such as promoting liver cancer, according to a new study by researchers at Georgia State University and the University of Toledo.
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By making a conscious decision to eat the right types of food or to control and limit the intake of certain foods, we are engaging in a ritual that promotes healthy living when we shop for ourselves and our families.
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AIB International's researchers recently collaborated with the USA Dry Pea & Lentil Council on a project to examine the usage level and impact on absorption and quality characteristics of pulse ingredients. For that research, AIB test…
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The FDA is issuing new guidance that is permitting manufacturers to count eight additional fibers in the dietary fiber declaration on the Nutrition Facts label when the regulation enters into force.
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Pulse flours can be used in gluten-free products for their functionality. It is demonstrated that they contribute to building a better structure and a better color development, if their usage level reaches 2-5%, explained Elena de la Peña,…
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At its International Food Symposium held in October, in Germany, Gelita hosted presentations revolving around innovations and product development. The event titled “Off the Beaten Track, Inspiration for Better Food, Nutrition and Health”,…
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A study of over 16,000 people across the globe by Nestlé Breakfast Cereals reveals that there is significant confusion over how much whole grain we should consume every day and where to find whole grain in foods. Although more than eight in…
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Ardent Mills is returning to the annual Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Meeting & Food Expo, where it is introducing Ardent Mills Great Plains Quinoa. This year's show takes place from June 25-28 at the Sands Expo Center in Las…
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  Ingredion Incorporated announces the launch of a new line of low cost-in-use dietary fibers for manufactures wanting to easily add fiber to foods. The NOVELOSE™ dietary fiber series can be used for fiber fortification and calorie…
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Algae are now an opportunity for bakers who want to respond to the market demand for clean label, natural, non-animal sourced and allergen-free ingredients for their products. To find out more about using algae as an ingredient in bakery…
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A new flour type can be used in all kind of baked goods to enhance their nutritional properties. Converting the coffee cherry pulp into a nutrient-dense ingredient that can be used in combination with other flours, Coffee Flour is a…
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Ingredion invites visitors to this year’s Food Matters Live to taste a high in protein savory snack. Clean label specialist Ulrick & Short will be featuring innovative solutions for reducing sugar, replacing fat and eliminating…
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Introducing the mandatory fortification of bread in Australia and New Zealand has resulted in improved health outcomes, particularly for teenagers and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, according to a new report from the…
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Processed foods are notoriously high in sodium and, unless fortified, low in other essential minerals such as potassium, but can anything be done to restore the balance? The key to gaining healthier products is to increase potassium and…
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  Millions of Britons, estimated at 14 million by YouGov Research, have developed allergies and intolerances. Over a quarter of them (26 per cent) state that gluten intolerance is the hardest to deal with in everyday life. 
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The weight wellness market is at a tipping point, and in 2015 big name brands like Weight Watchers will continue to see sales plunge – even Special K, the world’s biggest food for weight management, has experienced a sudden 10% drop in…
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