A presentation given at Prepared Foods' R&D Application Seminars reviews research supporting soy proteins benefits for weight management.

Opportunities abound for foods to fight the nationís leading cause of death. As a group, women are understudied,and an increased awareness of heart health is needed.

Canadians will soon be able to purchase foods that are nutritionally enhanced with phytosterols. In large part, this is due to the significant

Manufacturers weigh in on upcoming ingredient and formulations trends, from dietary fiber to green tea extracts, low-fat to satiety-enhancing foods.

Most Americans know they eat too much salt--according to the American Heart Association, the average American consumes 3,436mg of salt a day, rather than the recommended intake of 2,300mg--and, this is linked to a series of health problems, including high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.

This summer, expect pure innovation from one company. The Canadian-based OASIS brand is introducing the newest member of its line: OASIS Health Break Immuniforce.

Satiety-enhancing foods include some that are able to fill the gut but be markedly reduced (e.g., fiber, polydextrose), while others will affect the release of gut hormones, influencing satiety and appetite.

A natural, anti-wrinkle ingredient that targets the rapidly growing beauty-from-within category is being introduced to North America. Frutarom Inc. USA, has announced a new business relationship with Copalis, France.

Since cardiovascular disease risk increases with age, concern over the impending financial burden of this health condition has led to increased interest in diets and heart-healthy ingredients, as well as exercise.

Results from a new clinical study demonstrate that daily supplementation with Diachrome, a combination of chromium picolinate and biotin, can significantly reduce cardiovascular disease risk factors in people with type