“The Quest for Sugar Alternatives: How Coca-Cola and PepsiCo are Reformulating Beverages to Meet Consumer Demand for Healthier Options”

Coca-Cola and other soda manufacturers have embarked on a mission to create a beverage that eliminates sugar as a sweetening agent. This pursuit for alternative sweeteners is driven by the increasing number of consumers abandoning soda due to its sugar content and its association with health issues like obesity. The upcoming Nutrition Facts label, expected … Read more

“Enhancing Iron Absorption: The Role of Ferrous Fumarate and the Benefits of Complementary Supplements”

Ferrous fumarate and folic acid tablets BP, known as Livogen Captabs, contain 324 mg of ferrous fumarate, which is a source of iron. The solubility of ferrous fumarate is essential for its absorption in the body, and each tablet provides approximately 210 mg of elemental iron. For those looking for alternative iron supplements, ferrous gluconate … Read more

“Understanding the Timing and Dosage of Ferrous Sulfate and Other Iron Supplements for Optimal Health”

When should you take ferrous sulfate? It’s essential to understand the proper dosage of iron supplements, such as ferric pyrophosphate, heme iron polypeptide, and ferrous bisglycinate. Among these, ferrous fumarate and riboflavin are also important components in iron supplementation. For optimal health benefits, consider incorporating ferrous calcium citrate 100 mg and folic acid tablets into … Read more

“The Vital Role of Pollinators in Food Production and the Urgent Need for Sustainable Practices”

Pollinators, including honeybees and various other insects, play an essential role in the production of approximately one-third of all our food and beverages. These creatures, such as bees and butterflies, contribute to the cultivation of crops worth $24 billion, with honeybee pollination alone responsible for $15 billion from over 130 different fruits and vegetables. In … Read more

Kerry Group Expands Health and Wellness Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of Ganeden and Probiotic Innovations

In recent years, Kerry has made several acquisitions of U.S. companies to enhance its portfolio. In 2015, the company, in collaboration with Wellmune, acquired Island Oasis, a Massachusetts-based supplier of beverages and equipment for the hospitality industry. Additionally, it purchased Red Arrow Products, a Wisconsin-based provider of smoke flavorings for meat, in a deal valued … Read more

“Embracing Up-Cycling: The Rise of CoffeeFruit Pure as a Health-Boosting Ingredient”

The notion of “up-cycling” is not a novel concept in the food and beverage sector, but it has gained significant traction among consumers in recent years. CoffeeFruit Pure’s ingredient embraces this trend alongside the growing public interest in antioxidants, creating a potentially successful combination. The pulp from coffee fruit offers numerous advantages. Firstly, it is … Read more

“Shifting Diets: The Rise of Alternative Proteins and Consumer Priorities in Health and Sustainability”

While many shoppers are exploring alternative protein sources, chicken, beef, turkey, pork, and seafood remain the most frequently selected items in their grocery carts. Overall, consumers indicate a desire to improve their diets by incorporating more fruits and vegetables. According to HealthFocus data, 60% of U.S. consumers aged 15 to 70 report that they are … Read more

“Navigating Sugar Reduction: Innovations and Consumer Demands in Food and Beverage Manufacturing”

Reducing sugar levels in food and beverages has become a primary objective for manufacturers today. Consumers are increasingly leaning towards healthier options and favor clean, transparent labeling. The revised Nutrition Facts panel — now postponed until January 1, 2020, for large manufacturers — mandates a specific line for added sugars. Although consumers express a desire … Read more

“The Rise and Challenges of Lucuma: Could This Exotic Fruit Become America’s Next Superfood?”

The quest for the next big superfood seems to be an ongoing endeavor. While familiar foods like blueberries, avocados, and salmon have already earned this title, they are readily available in supermarkets. For an ingredient to truly achieve superfood status, it often needs to be exotic and relatively unknown to American consumers, while also boasting … Read more

“Quorn’s Quest for Mycoprotein Validation Amid Legal Challenges and Consumer Perceptions”

Quorn is keen to scientifically validate the benefits of mycoprotein derived from mycoprferrous fumarate 75 mg, a contentious ingredient sourced from mold, which is featured in its non-animal protein products. Earlier this year, the company resolved a class-action lawsuit initiated by a woman from Los Angeles, who alleged that Quorn’s products breached federal and state … Read more