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Protein Potential

The majority of U.S. consumers (78%) agree that protein contributes to a healthy diet.
March 17, 2014
About half of consumers say non-meat sources are best, and the other half consider meat and fish the best source of protein, according to recent NPD food and beverage research.
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annie's macaroni and hceese

Making the Meal

Comfort foods lead the way in meal introductions, with ethnic twists on familiar meals also playing a key role.
William A. Roberts, Jr.
March 14, 2014
A Noodles & Company survey, its “2013 National Noodles Poll,” found some 59% of U.S. adults eat noodles or a pasta dish at least once a week.
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Pocino Foods Banh Mi Meatballs

A Con of Protein?

People who eat a high-protein diet during middle age are more likely to die of cancer than those who eat less protein, says a new study.
March 10, 2014
For those over the age of 65, a moderate protein intake may actually be beneficial, and protect against frailty.
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Oscar Mayer Protein Pack feat

Protein Power

The Oscar Mayer brand is introducing P3 Portable Protein Pack, packs of meat, cheese and nuts.
February 24, 2014
P3 Portable Protein Packs contain no artificial preservatives and at least 13g of protein.
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loaf of bread

Quantum Leaps

Quantum Foods LLC announced it is in the final stages of negotiating a sale of substantially all its business.
February 19, 2014
CTI Foods Holding Co. LLC is purchasing substantially all of the company's business.
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Nature Valley Protein feat

Protein from the Valley

Nature Valley has added three products intended to satisfy people with an active lifestyle.
February 18, 2014
The new launches include Nature Valley Breakfast Biscuits, Nature Valley Greek Yogurt Protein bars, and a new Cranberry Almond variety of Nature Valley Protein Granola.
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blueberry muffin

Clean Label Breads

Optimized blends of enzymes and ascorbic acid can replace chemical dough conditioners to deliver high-quality bread products with a simplified ingredient statement.
February 17, 2014
While there is no actual definition for “clean label,” clean label products generally give consumers an easy-to-understand ingredient statement that does not bring questions on what is included in a food.
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Flax4Life Chocolate Muffins

Forecasting Functional

Architects say “form follows function.” When it comes to building a case for functional foods, researchers say consumer interest is forming a sizeable market.
February 17, 2014
A Global Industry Analysts report estimates the value of the world’s functional foods and beverages market will reach $130 billion by 2015.
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Covance Investing

Covance Inc. announced the expansion of its nutritional chemistry and food safety services.
January 27, 2014
This new lab will complement existing laboratories in Madison, Wis., Battle Creek, Mich., Greenfield, Ind., and Singapore.
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