Fat, one of the three essential macronutrients alongside protein and carbohydrates, plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy body. However, a simplistic public health campaign in the 1980s led many people to think that saturated fat should be avoided entirely rather than replaced with healthier polyunsaturated fats. This misunderstanding contributed to a surge of … Read more
Whey protein, a significant by-product of cheese production, was once regarded as a waste material. However, with the growing consumer demand for protein-rich foods and beverages in recent years, food manufacturers have turned their attention to whey. A report from ResearchAndMarkets indicates that the protein ingredients market is expected to grow at a CAGR of … Read more
The popularity of yogurt has surged dramatically in recent years, with sales increasing by nearly 50% from 2009 to 2014. This growth is largely attributed to the rise of Greek yogurt and yogurt drinks, which experienced a remarkable 62% sales boost from 2011 to 2016. However, due to its high moisture content, yogurt has posed … Read more
The GMO labeling law, enacted by then-President Obama on July 29 last year, allocated the USDA a mere two years to finalize the rulemaking process. During a presentation earlier this month at the Food Label Conference, Andrea Huberty, a senior policy analyst at the USDA’s AMS Livestock, Poultry, and Seed Program, remarked that the timeline … Read more
In its recent IPO filing, Blue Apron initially set its valuation at $100 million. However, just a few weeks later, the company dramatically raised this figure to $510 million, announcing plans to offer 30 million shares priced between $15 and $17 each. This increase highlighted Blue Apron’s urgent need to broaden its operations and capture … Read more
McCormick’s diverse portfolio, which includes around 250 brands from the U.S. and abroad, along with its collaborations with top packaged food companies and global restaurant chains, has enabled the spice manufacturer to achieve steady growth. The rising consumer interest in authentic cultural flavors has also fueled demand for spices, herbs, and seasonings. Recently, McCormick has … Read more
The latest report highlights the importance of clear ingredient labeling for food companies, urging them to enhance transparency or at least provide consumers with better information about their products. The trend toward cleaner labels, characterized by shorter and simpler ingredient lists, has become increasingly prevalent in the food industry. Innova Market Insights reported that nearly … Read more
Banana flour has long served as an economical substitute for wheat flour in regions where the fruit is cultivated globally. However, its presence in the U.S. market has only emerged in the last few decades. Until recently, sales were primarily confined to retail and boutique stores. With the increasing demand for natural, clean-label ingredients, IAG … Read more
The rising popularity of coconut oil can largely be traced back to direct-to-consumer sales of the product itself. Its use extends to various items, from potato chips fried in coconut oil to coconut-based whipped toppings for coffee. The advice from the American Heart Association (AHA) doesn’t imply that companies must cease using coconut oil. Similar … Read more
The trend toward natural colors shows no signs of diminishing, yet determining whether a company should replace synthetic colors poses a significant challenge. Natural colors encounter various obstacles, such as fluctuations in raw material prices, stability under heat, pH, and light, as well as consumer acceptance of the appearance of colors derived from sources like … Read more