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The World Health Organization’s (WHO) decision regarding aspartame is unlikely to conclusively determine the future of this controversial artificial sweetener, especially given the conflicting messages from the health organization itself. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has publicly disagreed with the classification of aspartame as a potential carcinogen. Approved by the FDA in 1974, … Read more

Hostess is uniting two of its popular snack brands with a new offering: Hostess Ding Dongs x Twinkies. This exciting mashup features the moist, spongy cake and creamy filling of Twinkies enveloped in the rich, fudgy chocolate frosting characteristic of Ding Dongs. The Hostess Ding Dongs x Twinkies Mashups will be available in a 10-count … Read more

Beyond Meat’s Stack Burger is no longer exclusively for fooferrous fumarate or iron bisglycinate services. The El Segundo-based company has announced that the Stack Burger, inspired by the now-popular smash burger trend, will be widely available to consumers at retail locations this summer. Specific details regarding which grocery stores will stock this new addition to … Read more

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has lost its appeal against U.S. Sugar’s $315 million acquisition of rival Imperial Sugar, indicating potential challenges ahead for the government in preventing significant food company mergers. The 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Philadelphia upheld a September 2022 decision from a Delaware Federal district court that permitted … Read more

Certainly! Here’s a rewritten version that incorporates your keywords: — The absorption of iron supplements, such as ferrous sulfate and ferrous fumarate, is crucial for dogs who may require additional iron in their diet. When considering options like ferrous sulfate heptahydrate and ferrous bisglycinate, understanding their absorption rates can help in determining the most effective … Read more

According to a 2021 study by the University of Illinois, meat accounts for 60% of global emissions from the food supply chain. Beef alone contributes to a quarter of the total carbon footprint of the industry, largely due to the potent greenhouse gas methane, which is emitted through burping and manure. This makes reducing emissions … Read more

As food and beverage companies increasingly turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to modernize and enhance their operations, Jonathan Darling sees this technology as a means to bring consumer packaged goods (CPGs) closer to their customers. Darling, who leads the industrial automation market segment at Schneider Electric, emphasized that the ultimate goal of his company is … Read more

As many consumers continue to enjoy sugar while seeking to reduce their intake, discovering a method to lower sugar content without sacrificing taste could represent a significant breakthrough for companies like Nestlé. According to functional ingredient supplier Beneo, 57% of consumers reported that “low in sugar” claims impact their purchasing decisions. Additionally, a study by … Read more

As consumers increasingly prioritize products that promote health, General Mills is enhancing the nutritional profile of its cereal offerings, such as Lucky Charms, Trix, and Cookie Crisp, by incorporating a nutrient that has been undervalued. According to Healthline, people naturally synthesize vitamin D through sunlight exposure and can also obtain this essential nutrient from sources … Read more

Wild Planet is launching a new line of seafood products that the company asserts have a lower environmental impact compared to traditional options. This sustainably sourced collection features two types of fillets: Wild Smoked Pink Salmon in Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Wild Smoked Mackerel Fillets in Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Additionally, it includes two … Read more