“StarLeaf Stevia: A Sustainable Sweetener with Sugar-Like Taste and Industry Implications”

In addition to the company’s assertions that StarLeaf stevia offers a taste closer to sugar, its enhanced sustainability is expected to be a significant benefit of this variety. Stevia plants require considerable water for cultivation, so the ability to generate 20 times more steviol glycosides—the sweet components of the plant—on the same area of land … Read more

“Navigating the Baby Food Market: Yumi’s Rise Amidst Changing Consumer Preferences and Competition”

Despite many analysts predicting a decline in the meal delivery trend, consumer demand remains robust as individuals search for convenient ways to prepare tasty and nutritious food without spending hours in the kitchen. Yumi is one of the few services currently offering baby food delivery—a potentially lucrative venture worth monitoring. Established brands like Gerber, which … Read more

“Ensuring Integrity in the Growing Organic Food Market: Addressing Fraud and Restoring Consumer Trust”

As the demand for organic food continues to rise, the likelihood of organic food fraud also increases. In 2016, the Organic Trade Association (OTA) reported that sales of organic food reached $43 billion, with organic produce accounting for approximately 15% of the fruits and vegetables consumed by Americans. These figures are expected to keep climbing. … Read more

“Challenges Ahead for Vegetarian Dairy Alternatives as European Court Ruling Sparks Legal Debates and Legislative Action”

If this ruling is upheld across Europe, it could create significant challenges for producers of vegetarian dairy alternatives that have long been marketed under dairy-related names like soy milk. However, it’s difficult to believe that this interpretation of current legislation will go unchallenged, particularly if it impacts companies that have been selling their dairy alternatives … Read more

“Rising Popularity of Honey and Malt Extract: A Shift Towards Healthier Sweetening Alternatives in the U.S. Market”

Honey enjoys the advantage of being a natural ingredient, which has contributed to a significant increase in its sales over the past five years in the United States, as reported by Mintel. During the same period, sugar sales have experienced a decline of 16% from 2011 to 2016, although sugar continues to be the most … Read more

“The Ongoing Debate on Whole Grains: Health Benefits, Consumer Preferences, and Nutritional Insights”

The current recommendation to opt for whole grains is supported by extensive research linking their consumption to improved heart health, a lower risk of cancer, diabetes, and obesity, as well as enhanced glycemic control. The researchers of a recent study acknowledge that questioning the benefits of whole grain intake could have significant implications. However, they … Read more

“Rising Popularity of Rice Flour in Gluten-Free Products: A Shift Towards Simpler Ingredient Lists and Health-Conscious Innovations”

Rice flour is increasingly popular in gluten-free products such as cookies, cakes, and pie crusts. Its digestibility and hypoallergenic properties make it a preferred choice in infant weaning formulations, including those containing ferrous gluconate 324mg. However, due to its gluten-free nature, rice flour is often blended with other ingredients like modified starches and hydrocolloids to … Read more

“Raw Milk Movement: Balancing the Pursuit of Natural Products with Health Risks and Regulatory Challenges”

Although there have been significant advancements in food safety processes and awareness in recent years, the raw milk movement has also gained momentum. Public health advocates have long warned against the consumption of unpasteurized dairy products, with the FDA strongly advising against such practices. Federal law prohibits the interstate sale of raw milk products, allowing … Read more

“Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: The Challenge of Ferrous Sulfate and Folic Acid Amidst Raw Milk Controversies and Consumer Demand”

The issue with the appeal for ferrous sulfate combined with folic acid at 200+0.40 mg is that similar petitions to the government regarding raw milk and raw dairy products have previously gone unheeded. It seems unlikely that any significant changes will occur. For the past thirty years, the federal government has prohibited the interstate transport … Read more

“Revolutionizing the Grill: The Rise of Plant-Based Burgers in the Meat Industry”

The classic image of a juicy hamburger sizzling on the backyard grill may soon undergo a transformation. Companies like Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods, and other innovative startups are leading a significant initiative in the food industry: creating the perfect blend of peas, coconut oil, potato proteins, and other plant-based ingredients to replicate the flavors and … Read more