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Malandrakis and Shane MacGuill, the head of tobacco research at Euromonitor International, informed webinar attendees that the global alcohol and tobacco markets are losing ground to cannabis and other competing products. These emerging products are seeking innovative ways to grow in a challenging yet potentially rewarding environment. “Alcohol distributors see the development of cannabis as … Read more

Consumers are increasingly focusing on their gut health, prompting food and beverage manufacturers to incorporate probiotics and prebiotics into their existing formulations. This growing trend has created a demand for value-added products that enhance consumer microbiomes. The human body houses trillions of bacteria and other microbes, collectively referred to as the microbiome, which significantly outnumber … Read more

Processed foods are built on three fundamental ingredients: salt, sugar, and fat. The right blend of these components can result in tasty and budget-friendly snacks that range from sweet to savory, cheesy to crunchy. However, when food manufacturers attempt to lessen the amount of one or more of these crucial ingredients, they often need to … Read more

As consumers become increasingly aware of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food products, it is logical that manufacturers are eager to display the Non-GMO Project Verified seal on their packaging. According to research from Packaged Facts, non-GMO products had a global retail value of $550 billion in 2014, with approximately $200 billion of that amount … Read more

Given that GoodMills also offers a range of lighter whole-grain flours, the company is understandably keen to inform customers that a baked product’s lighter appearance does not necessarily indicate fewer whole grains or reduced health benefits. They referenced a 2016 study published in the British Medical Journal, which highlighted that even modest amounts of whole … Read more

These survey findings should not come as a surprise to food manufacturers and retailers, as the movement away from sugar has been gaining momentum for quite some time. In fact, one of the primary focuses for manufacturers today is to reduce the sugar content in food and beverages, as consumers in the U.S. and beyond … Read more

Step aside Juicy Fruit and Doublemint, as well as Starbucks and Red Bull. Mars Wrigley is offering consumers a new way to experience a quick energy boost without needing a cup or can. According to IRI data reported by Food Navigator-USA, U.S. gum sales saw a 4% decline in the first half of 2017. While … Read more

Around 10% of women experience postpartum depression, which can persist for several months. This condition doesn’t solely affect new mothers; research indicates that it can also have lasting effects on the baby. “There is increasing evidence from animal studies that the microbiome-gut-brain axis — the biochemical communication between the gastrointestinal system and the central nervous … Read more

When considering the intake of vitamin C along with ferrous gluconate and ferrous fumarate, specifically the 20mg ferrous fumarate dosage, it’s important to understand the correct amounts. Additionally, when taking ferrous sulfate, one should be mindful of how it interacts with other supplements. One noteworthy combination is calcium citrate malate vitamin D3 and isoflavone tablets, … Read more

This advancement suggests that the most flavorful steviol glycosides — the chemical compounds responsible for the sweetness of stevia leaf extracts — could be optimized for use in food and beverages. Additionally, there is potential for improving well-known minor glycosides such as Reb D and Reb M, as noted by PureCircle. Stevia is naturally 30 … Read more