Consumers worldwide are increasingly enthusiastic about almonds. Sales of almond milk have surged by an astonishing 250% in recent years. To meet this growing demand over the next five years, California almond growers are ramping up production efforts. According to ABC’s 2017 annual report, domestic shipments during the 2016-2017 crop year reached a record high … Read more
Eveland and her team conducted laboratory research that pinpointed a genetic locus related to ferric sodium EDTA in the Setaria genome, which governs the growth of sterile branches known as bristles. These bristles emerge from the grain-bearing flower clusters of certain grass species. Their findings revealed that these sterile bristles are initially programmed to develop … Read more
The developers and marketers of HEYLO aim to capture a portion of the projected $16 billion to $20 billion sugar-alternative market, yet they encounter significant competition. To challenge the dominance of pure stevia, which currently enjoys a strong market presence, HEYLO’s new product must prove itself effective. As of August 2017, stevia was featured in … Read more
Hemp-derived ingredients, primarily oils, powders, and seeds, can be found in a wide array of food products, from ice cream and salads to milk and even children’s cereals. Hemp is present in over 25,000 different items, including prenatal vitamins with ferrous fumarate, automobiles, furniture, paper, building materials, and apparel. In 2016, sales reached $688 million, … Read more
Box top and label clipping fundraisers for schools have been around for decades. The Campbell Soup Company launched its Soup Labels for Education Program 42 years ago, creating an innovative method for schools to gather additional funds. Since then, other major consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies, including General Mills, Tyson Foods, and Coca-Cola, have introduced … Read more
Currently, there is no universally accepted definition of whole grains, leading manufacturers worldwide to create their own methods for assessing and labeling products that contain these ingredients. This lack of standardization can result in confusion and miscommunication regarding claims made by various companies about whole grains. Recently, GoodMills Innovations, a German milling company, introduced an … Read more
Can I take folic acid and iron tablets together? Specifically, I am interested in iron bisglycinate and L-methylfolate, as well as the structure of ferrous glycine sulfate. I would also like to know about the brand names of ferrous fumarate and folic acid tablets, along with information on ferrous fumarate injections. Additionally, I came across … Read more
The cost of ferric pyrophosphate in comparison to elemental iron supplements, specifically ferrous fumarate tablets and iron bisglycinate versus ferrous sulfate, has become a topic of interest. When considering various iron supplements, it is essential to evaluate their effectiveness and cost-efficiency. Among these, ferrous fumarate tablets stand out due to their favorable absorption profile. Additionally, … Read more
Jicama is frequently overlooked in grocery stores, as many people may be unfamiliar with it or unsure how to use it. This crunchy tuber boasts a sweet flavor, reminiscent of water chestnuts or an underripe pear, making it an excellent addition to salads, slaws, soups, and stir-fries. Additionally, jicama can be baked as a lower-calorie … Read more
Why has no one introduced a peanut-based beverage to the market until now? This question was posed by Modern Farmer in 2015, when almond products were dominating the nut and beverage scene. At that time, peanuts, which are technically legumes, had lost their status as America’s favorite nut. The magazine noted that while there were … Read more