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Brown Rice & Other Whole Grains May Reduce Diabetes Risk

In a new study, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) have found that eating five or more servings of white rice per week was associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

06.16.10

Functional Food Formulation

Growing demand for functional foods is overriding concerns about the dismal economy.

Pete Maletto 05.01.09

The Fiber Phenomenon

Consumers are clamoring for dietary fiber and manufacturers are delivering.

Online Exclusives Joanna Cosgrove 04.01.09

Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Research | Skin Health | Testing

Kraft gets into Glycemic Index Testing

The food giant has pioneered its own method for rapid tests to screen new food products.

Online Exclusives Joanna Cosgrove 01.01.09

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Skin Health | Sweeteners | Vitamins

Caffeinated Snacks

The need for speed has jumped out of the mug and onto the snack shelf.

Online Exclusives Joanna Cosgrove 07.01.08

Hot Herb Directory

A comprehensive listing of suppliers and their latest and greatest herb offerings.

Online Exclusives Rebecca Wright 07.01.08

New Developments in Functional Foods: The Formulator's Perspective

Due to consumer demand, companies are putting more science and marketing behind their functional ingredients.

Pete Maletto 06.01.08

Eurotrends: Proprietary Food Claims

New regulations favor innovation.

Joerg Gruenwald 04.01.08

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Skin Health | Sweeteners

Natural Ingredients Sweeten the Market for Sugar Substitutes

Growing public concern about overall health has opened the door for natural alternatives to sucrose and chemical substitutes.

Sean Moloughney 04.01.08

Foods & Beverages with Omega 3's

Sales of omega 3-fortified food and beverage products have grown rapidly over the last 12 months, especially in North America.

10.01.07

Emerging Health & Wellness Markets

Health concerns and product interests of Boomers, Hispanics and children reveal the up-and-coming markets of tomorrow.

Dr. A. Elizabeth Sloan 09.01.07

Functional Waters: Quenching Thirsts... And Then Some

The enhanced water category is growing bigger and faster than ever.

Online Exclusives Joanna Cosgrove 07.01.07

Functional Food Formulation

Find out the latest ingredients formulators are using to make their foods andbeverages functional.

Pete Maletto 07.01.07

The Functional Confectionery Market: How Sweet It Is

Today's desire for healthy confections is being driven by consumers looking to get more, and in some cases less, from their candy purchases.

Rebecca Wright 05.01.07

Antioxidants | Functional Foods & Beverages | Regulations | Skin Health

Energy Boosters: The Craze Continues

Consumers are looking for energy in all sorts of places these days, from 'high-octane' beverages and foods, to supplements that promote enhanced performance and overall well-being.

Marian Zboraj 01.01.07

Functional Foods & Beverages | Minerals | Skin Health | Sports Nutrition | Vitamins

Sports Nutrition: The Sports Nutrition Explosion

The changing landscape of the sports nutrition market is filled with controversy and challenges, as well as opportunities.

David Gee 11.01.06

Dietary Supplements | Enzymes | Functional Foods & Beverages | Skin Health | Sports Nutrition

Tackling 'Weighty' Issues

After trying a myriad of quick fixes and overnight miracles consumers are becoming much more discerning about the methods they use to manage their weight.

Marian Zboraj 10.01.06

The Whole Grains/Fiber Boom

New growth in whole grains and a renewed interest in fiber have re-invigorated a market that slipped into the doldrums when the low-carb trend was at its height.

Gary Bushkin 09.01.06