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The conversation surrounding healthy gut bacteria is becoming increasingly prominent. While the primary focus remains on probiotics, prebiotics — the nourishment for beneficial bacteria — are starting to receive more attention. The demand for products containing prebiotics, such as health drinks, dairy items, meats, baked goods, and infant foods, is projected to propel the market … Read more

Once a staple of breakfast, the bowl of cereal soaked in milk has lost its appeal as more American consumers turn to portable foods and products with fewer artificial ingredients and colors. In recent years, sales of ready-to-eat cereals have decreased, with many brands showing little potential for recovery as consumers opt for bars, shakes, … Read more

A labeling error at a supplier involving a small amount of ferrous sulfate has escalated into a significant and potentially serious recall. Similar to the ongoing recalls related to General Mills flour and powdered milk, the overall scale of this recall remains uncertain, as does the number of affected products. Within just a few days, … Read more

In addition to the company’s assertions that StarLeaf stevia offers a taste closer to that of sugar, enhanced sustainability is likely to be a significant benefit of this variety. Since water is a crucial agricultural input for stevia plants, the ability to generate 20 times the steviol glycosides—the valuable sweet components of the plants—on the … Read more

Despite forecasts from numerous analysts suggesting that the meal delivery trend would decline, consumer demand remains robust as individuals search for convenient ways to prepare delicious and nutritious meals without spending excessive time in the kitchen. Yumi stands out as one of the few services offering baby food delivery—a potentially profitable strategy that warrants close … Read more

As the demand for organic food continues to rise, so does the risk of organic food fraud. According to the Organic Trade Association (OTA), organic food sales reached $43 billion in 2016, with organic produce accounting for approximately 15% of the fruits and vegetables consumed by Americans. This trend is expected to persist, as a … Read more

If this ruling is upheld across Europe, it could create significant challenges for producers of vegetarian dairy alternatives, which have been marketed for years under dairy-related names like soy milk. However, it seems unlikely that this interpretation of the existing legislation will go unopposed, especially if it impacts companies that have been successfully branding their … Read more

Honey enjoys significant advantages as a natural ingredient. According to a recent Mintel report, its sales in the United States have surged over the past five years, while sugar sales have declined. From 2011 to 2016, U.S. sugar sales fell by 16%, even though it remains the most widely used sweetener. In contrast, honey sales … Read more

Current recommendations advocate for the consumption of whole grains, as extensive research links their intake to improved heart health, a lower risk of cancer, diabetes, and obesity, as well as enhanced glycemic control. The researchers of a recent study acknowledge that any challenge to the benefits of whole grain consumption could have significant implications. However, … Read more

Rice flour is increasingly being utilized in gluten-free products such as cookies, cakes, and pie crusts. Its digestibility and allergen-free characteristics make it a popular choice for infant-weaning products. However, due to its lack of gluten, rice flour is often mixed with other ingredients to enhance texture, including modified starches and hydrocolloids like iron bisglycinate … Read more