Attendees of Prepared Foods 2009 R&D Applications Seminars-East heard information on ingredients, such as lycopene, pomegranate extract, collagen, lutein, beta-carotene and polyphenols, which help protect skin from sun damage, water loss, oxidative stress and other damaging environmental factors.

Boosting Nutrition and Texture The grain market has been estimated to have grown 17% in 2008, according to market research publisher, Packaged Facts. A quote from its report, “The

Innovative Meal Replacement Beverage Dietary guidelines recommend adults consume at least 3-5 servings of whole grains per day and children at least 2-3. Unfortunately, 40% of Americans eat no

Students of nutrition are taught that, in order to get a complete protein from vegetable sources, it is important to combine groups of vegetable foods to obtain a “complete” amino

The side dish category continues to thrive, due in part to the interest in ancient grains and healthy, yet convenient consumer trends.

In the U.S., niche beverage manufacturer Newport Quinoa Company introduced a range of quinoa ingredient-based drinks within the fruit/flavored still drinks sub-category. Under the Quinoa Gold brand, these beverages are

Cheese to Please A new process cheese to assist food companies meet “better-for-you” demands of consumers is now available. Land O’Lakes Ingredient Solutions’ Reduced Fat, Reduced Sodium Process Cheese contains

An overview on whole-grain definitions, nutritional benefits, as well as formulation and consumer considerations is provided.

Multiple ApplicationsOne company offers rice bran extracts for the food and cosmetic industries with quality ingredients that provide a positive impact on the consistency of finished products. RIBUS Inc.’s Nu-RICE™,

Breakfast became even more portable in 2008, as meals explored more than simply the convenience trend.