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PureCircle to expand stevia research and development

Ingredion announces study results for VersaFibe 1490 dietary fiber

June 16, 2017

Beneo, Morris Plains, N.J., announced that it will focus on healthier snacking at this year’s IFT Annual Meeting & Food Expo, taking place June 25-28. The company will present natural, clean-label solutions that respond to consumer trends, including sugar replacement, healthy weight, digestive health and improved energy, the company says.

Demand increases for probiotic drinks

Probiotics expand beyond yogurt-based drinks

Barbara Harfmann

May 10, 2017

There’s an idiom that talks about listening to one’s gut as a way to ward off something that doesn’t feel right. After the brain, the gastrointestinal tract, or gut, is the nervous system’s second-biggest network of closely interconnected neurons that greatly impacts overall health and well-being, experts say.

Ingredient suppliers announce new studies, capital investments

Bell Flavors announces new hires

April 14, 2017

Beneo Inc., Morris Plains, N.J., announced a new study that shows that the company’s prebiotic chicory root fiber Orafti Inulin, induces selective changes in the gut’s microbiota composition that can be directly linked to improved regularity and well-being for the first time.

Mamma Chia celebrates second National Chia day

Company partners with The Ecology Center supporting sustainability

March 23, 2017

Mamma Chia, Carlsbad, Calif., is celebrating the vitality, energy and strength of chia as it is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet with National Chia Day (March 23), which the company established last year. The company is commemorating the day this year by donating to a special cause that supports sustainability, it says.

Suppliers highlight sugar reduction, heritage

Companies announce certifications in US and EU

February 15, 2017

ADM/Matsutani, the joint venture between Archer Daniels Midland Co., Matsutani Chemical Industry Co. Ltd. and Matsutani America Inc., highlights the capabilities of its Fibersol soluble dietary fiber ingredient to help beverage-makers meet the pending regulatory changes regarding added sugars and consumers’ nutritional demands.

Evolve

February 14, 2017

CytoSport Inc., the manufacturer of Muscle Milk, announced the launch of its latest product line: Evolve.

Health and wellness gains accessibility, affordability

Segment gains distribution as retailers expand offerings

Amanda Del Buono

February 10, 2017

Once a niche category within the beverage market, better-for-you products have found a home in the mainstream market during the past several years as more consumers focus on their overall health and wellness.

Harmless Coconut Probiotics

February 6, 2017

Harmless Harvest announced the launch of its newest product, a line of organic probiotic cultured coconut beverages: Harmless Coconut Probiotics.

Nestlé Health Science launches ProNourish

Nutritional beverage designed to be low in FODMAPs

October 4, 2016

Nestlé Health Science, a wholly owned subsidiary of Glendale, Calif.-based Nestlé USA, introduced ProNourish, a product specifically designed and marketed to be low in fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols (FODMAPs) for people with digestive sensitivities, the company says.