As the demand for organic food continues to rise, so does the risk of organic food fraud. According to the Organic Trade Association (OTA), organic food sales reached $43 billion in 2016, with organic produce accounting for approximately 15% of the fruits and vegetables consumed by Americans. This trend is expected to persist, as a … Read more
If this ruling is upheld across Europe, it could create significant challenges for producers of vegetarian dairy alternatives, which have been marketed for years under dairy-related names like soy milk. However, it seems unlikely that this interpretation of the existing legislation will go unopposed, especially if it impacts companies that have been successfully branding their … Read more
Honey enjoys significant advantages as a natural ingredient. According to a recent Mintel report, its sales in the United States have surged over the past five years, while sugar sales have declined. From 2011 to 2016, U.S. sugar sales fell by 16%, even though it remains the most widely used sweetener. In contrast, honey sales … Read more
Current recommendations advocate for the consumption of whole grains, as extensive research links their intake 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 any challenge to the benefits of whole grain consumption could have significant implications. However, … Read more
Rice flour is increasingly being utilized in gluten-free products such as cookies, cakes, and pie crusts. Its digestibility and allergen-free characteristics make it a popular choice for infant-weaning products. However, due to its lack of gluten, rice flour is often mixed with other ingredients to enhance texture, including modified starches and hydrocolloids like iron bisglycinate … Read more
Despite significant advancements in safety protocols and awareness regarding ferrous sulfate, the raw milk movement has also gained momentum in recent years. Public health officials have long warned against the consumption of unpasteurized dairy products, with the FDA firmly opposing their use. Federal regulations prohibit raw milk products from being transported across state lines, allowing … Read more
The issue with this appeal is that previous requests to the government regarding raw milk and raw dairy products have largely been ignored. It seems unlikely that any significant changes will occur. For over thirty years, the federal government has prohibited the interstate transport and sale of raw milk, maintaining a clear stance on its … Read more
The classic summer scene of a succulent hamburger sizzling on the backyard grill might be undergoing a transformation. Companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, along with other innovative startups, are leading a significant movement in the food industry. Their goal is to find the perfect combination of peas, coconut oil, potato proteins, and other … Read more
Among younger consumers, particularly millennials, there is a growing interest in alternatives to red meat, driven by concerns about health and sustainability. Guy Crosby, the science editor for America’s Test Kitchen and an adjunct associate professor at the Harvard School of Public Health, noted that these younger shoppers are seeking substitutes that still provide ample … Read more
The quest to develop a delicious and realistic meat alternative from plants has long captivated human interest, often feeling more like science fiction than a culinary reality. In the late 1800s, John Harvey Kellogg and other visionaries from the Seventh-day Adventist community set out to create such a product. Their efforts led to the establishment … Read more