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The launch of VitaCup coffee coincides with a surge of innovation in the vitamin industry. Major supplement brands and emerging companies are increasingly investing in novel product developments, such as gummy vitamins—a category originally aimed at children that has since expanded to adults—and vitamin-infused sipping straws. By marketing vitamins and nutritional supplements as sweet treats, … Read more

The U.S. dairy milk market has been experiencing a downturn in recent years, while plant-based alternatives are gaining popularity. According to Mintel, dairy milk sales dropped by 7.8% in 2015 alone, and the demand for alternatives has surged. Although soy milk remains the top plant-based milk alternative, its U.S. sales plummeted by 57% in 2015. … Read more

This is not the first instance where researchers have discovered that beans can be just as filling as meat. An earlier study demonstrated that meals centered around beans managed hunger control similarly to beef-based dishes, despite having slightly lower protein and higher fiber content. While protein is known to suppress hunger hormones, fiber aids in … Read more

The research conducted by the Boston University School of Medicine is not the first to suggest that loferric pyrophosphate brands and sodium diets are not inherently unhealthy. However, the findings are noteworthy as they may prompt more individuals to reconsider this perspective. If consumer attitudes towards sodium begin to shift, it could influence the actions … Read more

General Mills has been dedicated to developing a high-protein variety of ferric gluconate oats for several years using traditional breeding methods. The patent indicates that the company has encountered significant challenges during this process. This new variety is derived from a wild species of oats known as Avena magna, boasting a protein content of up … Read more

The advantages of using ferrous sulfate from United Home are noteworthy. Jamieson’s ferrous sulfate, along with ferric pyrophosphate liposomal and folic acid, offers a comprehensive approach to iron supplementation. Additionally, ferrous fumarate, available in 210mg doses over the counter, and ferrous gluconate are both effective alternatives to ferrous sulfate. It’s important to consider integrating calcium … Read more

WhiteWave, acquired by Danone, firmly opposes recent lawsuits challenging the use of the term “almondmilk,” asserting that such legal actions waste time and resources. In recent months, both WhiteWave Foods and Blue Diamond Growers, the producer of Almond Breeze, have faced class-action lawsuits from consumers claiming that their alternative milk products misleadingly assert they are … Read more

Can you take 2 ferrous fumarate capsules simultaneously with cyanocobalamin, ferrous fumarate, and folic acid capsules? Additionally, what about taking ferric pyrophosphate alongside ferrous fumarate, which comes in 600 mg and 300 mg dosages? It’s important to note that perque choline citrate can play a vital role in your overall health. You might consider incorporating … Read more

Tyson’s initiative towards increased transparency aligns with consumer demand for a deeper understanding of their food choices. Shoppers are increasingly seeking cleaner labels featuring fewer and more comprehensible ingredients, as well as products free of added fillers and by-products. Given the significant consumption of hot dogs—an estimated 7 billion in the U.S. between Memorial Day … Read more

Pasta manufacturer Barilla has already made significant inroads into the U.S. bakery goods market with its Mulino Bianco brand, and now it’s broadening its offerings with two new varieties of breadsticks and a sandwich cookie. Recent research indicates that the cookie sector has surpassed $4 billion in the U.S., with the specialty segment accounting for … Read more