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Ingredients for Gastrointestinal Health

September 1, 2013

Diets severely low in fiber and health-promoting microbes have been proven to contribute to the decline of gastrointestinal microflora and the associated increase in digestive ailments during the last two decades.



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Beans Boost Dietary Fiber

ADM’s VegeFull cooked beans offer an excellent opportunity for food manufacturers to boost the nutrient content of a wide variety of applications, without altering taste or texture.
August 13, 2013
According to the CDC, obesity has more than doubled in children, and tripled in adolescents, during the past 30 years.
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Practical Prebiotics

June 1, 2013
Multiple physiological and health benefits are associated with the consumption of resistant dietary fiber, most notably prebiotic effects.
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UAS Labs Acquired

Lakeview Equity Partners LLC has acquired UAS Laboratories Inc.
June 1, 2013
Kevin Mehring will serve as the new president of UAS Labs, and Dr. Greg Leyer as chief scientific officer.
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Weight Management Sales Surging

U.S. retail sales of the weight management products and services will reach $38.0 billion in 2013 and $40.9 billion in 2016
March 19, 2013
Foods and beverages represent the largest share of sales, at almost 80%.
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“Science” By Scare Tactic

Carrageenan, a naturally occurring seaweed extract, is widely used in foods and non-foods to improve texture and stability.
February 18, 2013
Carrageenan, a naturally occurring seaweed extract, is widely used in foods and non-foods to improve texture and stability.
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Resistant Starch Can Replace Flour

Ingredion says a new sensory study shows that its resistant starch could be used to increase the dietary fiber content of certain foods.
February 14, 2013
Ingredion says a new sensory study shows that its resistant starch could be used to increase the dietary fiber content of certain foods.
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Coffee with Probiotics

January 24, 2013
Probiotics are often found in yogurt, although they have recently made their way into Tipton Mills’ newest product, a coffee.
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