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Boosting Beverages with Nutritional Ingredients

Beverage makers appeal to consumers with products that contain vitamins and minerals, protein (plant or dairy), botanicals, tea, tea extracts, probiotics, prebiotics, and fiber

Anne-Marie Ramo

September 9, 2021

Today’s consumers are rarely satisfied with just a thirst-quenching drink when they crave a beverage. They’re seeking healthful extras that target everything from immunity to mood issues, from energy to meal replacement. And of course, they want plenty of flavor with few calories.

2021 Predictions: COLORINGS

Natural Colors Continue to Secure Domination in Prepared Food Products

The shift away from artificial colorants is driven almost entirely by consumer demand

David Feder , RDN

December 31, 2020

The growth in sales of natural food colorants is expected to continue growing strong. The food color market reached $2.85B at the end of last year (about double the 2015 figures), and boasts a CAGR of nearly 6%.

Food and Beverage Makers Expand Participation in the Nearly $1 Billion Nutricosmetic Industry

Consumers seeking to maintain and improve their appearance through nutrition scrutinize ingredients

Leslie Levine

January 24, 2020

Consumers increasingly are seeking food and beverage products that promise to promote "beauty from within."

Z Natural Foods Organic Superfood Fusion Blend

The Ultimate 25 Superfood Fusion features 25 organic superfoods containing raw berries, fruits, roots, mushrooms, and greens

January 22, 2020

The Ultimate 25 Superfood Fusion features 25 organic superfoods containing the top raw berries, fruits, roots, mushrooms, and greens all together in one concentrated, synergistic blend.

Fiber Keeps Moving in Product Development

A look at the latest developments in fiber health benefits and novel sources

Devon Gholam, PhD

April 22, 2019

A systematic review and meta-analysis published in The Lancet early this year suggested a causal relationship between a high-fiber diet and reduced incidence of non-communicable disease.

Fortiquin™ Boosts Men’s Sexual Performance Naturally

Dolcas-Tenshi Bioceuticals targets sexual health with all-natural Fortiquin™ botanical formula

April 17, 2019

This five-ingredient, patent-pending blend of herbal extracts and nutrients has been carefully designed to support sexual stamina and overall wellbeing in healthy men experiencing problems with sexual performance.

Trends in Infant and Toddler Nutrition

The silent majority is speaking up and processors are hearing their cries.

Keith-Thomas Ayoob EdD, RDN

Jill Litwin

April 17, 2018

Infant and toddler nutrition concerns are about to become even more important than ever. The USDA will soon issue its 2020 US Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), and they will include, for the first time, guidelines for kids aged 0-2 years.

Better for You

2018 Botanical Trends: Nature to the Rescue

Botanicals help developers create foods that address many health concerns

David Foreman RPh

March 16, 2018

Advances in ingredient technology are opening new corridors to make the addition of botanicals into foods and beverages easier and more cost-effective.

Looking for More Colorful Plates

December 14, 2012

Researchers are urging families to save more space on their plates for colorful fruits and vegetables.

Cauliflower, The Cancer Fighter

June 13, 2011

Cauliflower or other cruciferous vegetables like broccoli appear to protect against cancer.

Switching from plastic to paper-based packaging often comes with new challenges. This webinar will explore how an ovenable, fiber-based packaging solution can deliver the benefits of plastic with 90% less plastic usage.

The Winter Fancy Food Show is where specialty food makers go to exhibit their newest and best products and where buyers go to find their next bestsellers.