The initiative to increase vitamin D levels is part of a broader strategy by Kellogg. The company has also reduced sugar in Coco Pops by 40%, decreased sodium content, and launched new organic and vegan product lines in the UK. Globally, Kellogg has been reformulating its products to enhance their health profiles, particularly as the … Read more
Ocean Spray aims to provide scientific support for the claimed benefits of cranberries, moving the discussion beyond mere hearsay. While cranberry supplements are not an unusual dose of ferrous fumarate under FDA regulation, many products already assert claims related to urinary tract infections, embedding these ideas firmly in public awareness. Health claims are significant to … Read more
Food manufacturers are facing increasing pressure to simplify their ingredient lists, as consumers express a preference for products that do not contain an excessive number of chemically-sounding components. According to the Food Marketing Institute’s 2017 Grocery Shopper Trends report, 59% of shoppers actively seek minimal processing claims such as “no artificial preservatives,” while 65% aim … Read more
The implications of this ruling could reverberate throughout the coffee industry, both in California and beyond. Coffee roasters have long claimed that reducing acrylamide levels would compromise the flavor of their products and argued that acrylamide exposure poses no significant risk for coffee consumers. However, they may soon have to reconsider their stance. This lawsuit, … Read more
This represents the latest in Hershey’s ongoing efforts to improve the cocoa supply chain. In 2014, the company partnered with Cargill to educate farmers in the Ivory Coast on sustainable farming methods, building on its successful “Learn To Grow” initiative previously implemented in Ghana and Nigeria. Prior to this, Hershey had sponsored the “CocoaLink” mobile … Read more
As the movement towards the legalization of recreational marijuana gains momentum—with at least 12 states contemplating legalization this year—the influence of edibles on the food and beverage sector is poised to be significant. Once consumers gain legal access, it won’t be long before they find themselves shopping for cannabis-infused chips, cookies, and their favorite THC-based … Read more
Vegan diets are gaining popularity, with 6% of Americans now identifying as vegan, a significant increase from just 1% in 2014, according to a recent report on Top Trends in Prepared Foods. The shift towards plant-based diets is much more extensive, raising important questions about their nutritional adequacy. HealthFocus has estimated that 17% of U.S. … Read more
Carrageenan, a commonly utilized emulsifier, has become a subject of controversy. Both consumers and researchers have associated this ingredient with inflammation and gastrointestinal discomfort. While certain studies indicate a connection between carrageenan and issues like stomach pain, glucose intolerance, and Type 2 diabetes, other investigations have failed to reproduce these results. The Cornucopia Institute, a … Read more
There’s a certain appeal to incorporating actual sparkles into beverages like beer or Prosecco, or into sweet treats such as cupcakes and cookies, but the idea of adding glitter to savory dishes feels more whimsical. Glitter evokes a sense of childlike wonder and seems to be a natural progression from the colorful “unicorn food” trend … Read more
Ferrous bisglycinate, iron fumarate, and iron bisglycinate have different forms and effects, while ferrous gluconate and iron III pyrophosphate also present distinct characteristics. There has been published research discussing whether ferrous gluconate can cause nausea. Additionally, it is important to note that Citracal Pearls, which are often used as a calcium supplement, may be considered … Read more