General Mills has been engaged in the development of this high-protein oat variety for several years through traditional breeding methods, facing significant challenges along the way as indicated by the patent. This new variety is derived from a wild type of oats known as Avena magna, boasting a protein content of up to 40%, in … Read more
Global demand for algae in the food and beverage sector is on the rise, particularly for seaweeds such as nori and kelp, hydrocolloids like agar and carrageenan used as thickeners, and for their alleged nutritional advantages in supplements and time-release capsules of ferrous fumarate, which serve as functional food ingredients. There is significant interest in … Read more
It is somewhat uncommon for major players like PepsiCo and Mondelez to seek external assistance in discovering new ingredients, particularly through crowdsourcing. However, as consumers increasingly demand healthier products and innovative ideas emerge from young minds, it makes sense for these companies to explore what is available in the market. Many startups achieve success by … Read more
For years, advertising has portrayed mothers as pristine, personality-less figures primarily engaged in preparing meals, cleaning up after their children, and watching others enjoy life. Kraft’s new advertisement serves as a refreshing counter to this stereotype. Featuring Melissa Mohr, Ph.D., the “swearing ferro f tab gluten-free expert” and author of “Holy Sht: A Brief History … Read more
Mars is entering the chocolate party industry, enabling consumers to host their own in-home gatherings with friends and family, similar to the way brands like Tupperware, Avon, and Pampered Chef have done in the past. This approach is an inventive way to generate excitement around cocoa products and chocolate, a category that is far from … Read more
Ferrous fumarate and folic acid are often compared in terms of their uses and benefits. The molecular formula for ferrous fumarate is a critical aspect to consider, especially when discussing its efficacy. Ferrous bisglycinate is another supplement that can be associated with issues like constipation. When looking at ferrous fumarate, folic acid, and cyanocobalamin tablets, … Read more
Mott’s is facing a lawsuit from Beyond Pesticides, which claims that chemicals were detected in its “natural” applesauce, thereby challenging its right to use that label. The issue arises from the lack of a clear definition for the term “natural,” making it difficult for plaintiffs to prove that Mott’s, produced by Dr Pepper, is misleading … Read more
The United States is currently experiencing a significant rise in organic farming, with a 12% increase in the number of organic operations in 2015 compared to the previous year, according to USDA data. This marks nearly a 300% growth since 2002. Nevertheless, farms designated as organic still represent only 0.7% of all agricultural operations in … Read more
Gut bacteria has been associated with obesity, leading some to speculate that altering the gut microbiome to resemble that of a healthy individual could facilitate weight loss. However, this reasoning is not without its flaws, as it remains uncertain whether gut bacteria actually play a causal role in obesity. Scientific reviews have produced inconsistent findings. … Read more
Gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley, has seen a decline in popularity among consumers in the U.S. Approximately 1 in 133 Americans are affected by celiac disease, and avoiding gluten is the only effective way to manage symptoms. Additionally, a growing number of individuals report experiencing non-celiac gluten sensitivity. This has created … Read more