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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
Among younger shoppers, red meat is becoming less popular, while sustainability is gaining traction. This is the insight shared by Guy Crosby, science editor for America’s Test Kitchen and an adjunct associate professor at the Harvard School of Public Health. “Younger consumers, particularly millennials, are seeking alternatives to red meat, but they still want to … Read more
The pursuit of creating a delicious and realistic meat alternative from plants has long captivated humanity, though for much of history, it seemed more like a concept from science fiction than a viable dinner option. In the late 1800s, innovators like John Harvey Kellogg, along with others in the Seventh-day Adventist community, sought to develop … Read more