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IFT FIRST delivers solutions for today’s beverage-makers

Tradeshow addresses functional needs, sugar reduction trends

August 15, 2022

The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned both in-person and online with a new and improved lineup of content and programming as part of IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo.

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Biotic ingredients help beverage-makers deliver immune-supportive benefits

Immune health ingredients application spans across variety of beverages

Lauren Sabetta

July 26, 2022

As immunity is a universal health need, experts note that within the beverage space, more and more consumers are seeking products that deliver immune-supportive benefits.

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Consumer awareness of clean label drives demand for ingredient solutions

Suppliers for sweeteners, colors and more develop solutions to support clean label trends

Jessica Jacobsen

June 28, 2022

With health and wellness driving consumer purchases, beverage-makers are finding clean label and non-GMO a growing priority for today’s shoppers.

IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo returns to Chicago

Tradeshow adds new in-person, virtual experiences

June 6, 2022

Annual Event & Expo, whose updated brand is an acronym for Food Improved by Research, Science and Technology, will take place July 10-13 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

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Botanical beverage innovations emerge across beverage categories

Botanical flavor profiles help bridge gap between indulgence and functionality

Lauren Sabetta

May 20, 2022

As consumers are taking a proactive approach to holistic well-being, experts note that many are searching for flavors they link to products that may be formulated to support wellness.

Fiber, probiotics’ link to digestive health drive developers to biotic solutions

Suppliers continue to improve capabilities of next generation digestive health ingredients

Lauren Sabetta

May 16, 2022

With the growing interest in digestive health, more and more consumers are choosing beverages with functional ingredients that support digestive health and overall well-being.

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Nature-made sugar reduction ingredients having a ‘sweet’ time

Stevia represents 6% of new product beverage launches in 2021

Barbara Harfmann

February 22, 2022

As health-and-wellness innovations proliferate in the beverage industry, stevia, monk fruit, allulose and erythritol are seeing increased usage in U.S. beverage new product launches.

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Weight management coincides with healthier lifestyle

Suppliers aiding weight management through innovations in sugar reduction, functionality

Barbara Harfmann

December 27, 2021

Beverage trends including gluten free, non-GMO, plant-based and low- or no-sugar are resonating in the marketplace as consumers are looking for more than a “diet” to help them manage their weight.

Gist 25-calorie prebiotic sparkling beverage

Vitamins, minerals key to good health

Immunity takes center stage with vitamins D, K

Barbara Harfmann

December 2, 2021

The usage of vitamin D and K in combination bolsters immune support, while botanical extracts, such as acerola, beetroot and yerba mate, provide vitamins and antioxidants. Minerals such as zinc also are trending.

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Natural colors shine through in beverage formulations

Formulators rely on arsenal of clean-label color options

Barbara Harfmann

October 27, 2021

As consumers up their healthy lifestyles, they are searching for natural, clean label and non-GMO color products. Fact.MR estimates that the global natural food colors industry will reach $17 billion by 2031.

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IFT FIRST delivers solutions for today’s beverage-makers

Biotic ingredients help beverage-makers deliver immune-supportive benefits

Consumer awareness of clean label drives demand for ingredient solutions

IFT FIRST: Annual Event and Expo returns to Chicago

Botanical beverage innovations emerge across beverage categories

Fiber, probiotics’ link to digestive health drive developers to biotic solutions

Nature-made sugar reduction ingredients having a ‘sweet’ time

Weight management coincides with healthier lifestyle

Vitamins, minerals key to good health

Natural colors shine through in beverage formulations

Elevate your expertise in the beverage marketplace with unparalleled insights and connections.

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Elevate your expertise in the beverage marketplace with unparalleled insights and connections.

Join thousands of beverage professionals today. Shouldn’t you know what they know?

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