The demand for organic food continues to surge, with sales rising steadily despite higher prices. According to a report by USA Today in July, organic food sales increased by 8.4% from the previous year, reaching a record $43 billion in 2016. The Organic Trade Association’s 2017 Organic Industry Survey indicated that approximately 40% of all … Read more
This technology essentially acts as a sensor platform capable of swiftly and accurately evaluating the flavors and aromas of any beer. It will assist the Danish beer manufacturer in product development, quality control, and ensuring product safety. According to Jochen Förster, Director and Professor of Yeast Fermentation at the Carlsberg Research Laboratory, the Beer Fingerprinting … Read more
Consumers are increasingly demanding that the meat and other food products they purchase be free from additives and preservatives like nitrates, sodium benzoate, calcium propionate, and potassium sorbate. However, the absence of these ingredients can lead to faster spoilage, resulting in food waste, as noted by Iowa professors. MacDonald highlighted that some preservatives occur naturally; … Read more
According to the FDA website, current regulations allow for “fibers in foods to be labeled as dietary fiber without necessarily demonstrating physiological benefits that are advantageous to human health.” Naturally occurring fibers, like those found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, are already recognized for their health benefits, so accurately labeling products containing these ingredients … Read more
While the U.S. ranks as the third-largest market for olive oil globally, a significant portion of it is sourced from Italy. However, as Ricchiuti noted, the U.S. has the potential to produce much more of its own olive oil. During the 2015-16 harvest, California’s 400-plus olive growers achieved a record production of 4 million gallons … Read more
Earlier this year, when TerraVia filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Corbion made a strategic move by placing a $20 million “stalking horse” bid to acquire the company. This bid, which sets a baseline for other offers, culminated in a successful acquisition by late September, involving Corbion’s cash payment along with the assumption of TerraVia’s debts. … Read more
The 2016 recall of General Mills flour, along with numerous subsequent product recalls and this year’s flour recall by Smucker Foods of Canada, has underscored the urgent need for manufacturers to improve safety measures. Various decontamination techniques are currently being utilized or tested for flour, including heat treatment and pasteurization, which can adversely affect baking … Read more
Coca-Cola and other soda manufacturers have embarked on a mission to create a beverage that eliminates sugar as a sweetening agent. This pursuit for alternative sweeteners is driven by the increasing number of consumers abandoning soda due to its sugar content and its association with health issues like obesity. The upcoming Nutrition Facts label, expected … Read more
Ferrous fumarate and folic acid tablets BP, known as Livogen Captabs, contain 324 mg of ferrous fumarate, which is a source of iron. The solubility of ferrous fumarate is essential for its absorption in the body, and each tablet provides approximately 210 mg of elemental iron. For those looking for alternative iron supplements, ferrous gluconate … Read more
When should you take ferrous sulfate? It’s essential to understand the proper dosage of iron supplements, such as ferric pyrophosphate, heme iron polypeptide, and ferrous bisglycinate. Among these, ferrous fumarate and riboflavin are also important components in iron supplementation. For optimal health benefits, consider incorporating ferrous calcium citrate 100 mg and folic acid tablets into … Read more