The natural trend movement has had far-reaching consequences for food manufacturers and consumers alike, with greater emphasis from a health claims perspective being placed on front-of-pack--such as “natural,” “no additives/preservatives” and “minimally processed” claims.
Many products and ingredients contribute to a functional food or beverage’s success, yet not all of these fall into the “functional” or “nutritional” ingredient categories. These can include flavors, texturizers and colors--all of which can have a decisive influence on consumers’ assessment of a food or beverage.
Experts have indicated that mulberry, which is the latest fruit to be hailed a Superfood, is packed with anti-aging properties that could give skin back its youthful bloom and even reduce the onset of wrinkles and grey hair.
Three kiwis a day could keep high blood pressure at bay, according to a new study. Research presented at the scientific meeting of the American Heart Association shows eating three kiwis a day is linked with decreased blood pressure.
Researchers have found that women who regularly drink sugary beverages may be increasing their cardiovascular risk, A longitudinal study showed that those who reported drinking at least two sugar-sweetened beverages every day were more likely to gain weight, increase waist size and develop impaired glucose tolerance, according to Christina Shay, Ph.D., of the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City.
A new product concept from the Martin Bauer Group, through its Plantextrakt business unit, promises new formulations and ingredients based on the performance-enhancing properties of natural tea and herbal extracts to boost both mental and physical performance.
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