Dow Reduces Fat Without Sacrificing Flavor
07.17.16
Company showcased two plant-based functional ingredients.
Booth 412
Americans continually seek new ways to improve their eating habits and reduce fat and calorie intake, which will be even easier with the upcoming implementation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s required calorie labeling. At IFT 16, Dow Food Solutions showcased two plant-based functional ingredients, developed to help manufacturers reduce fat or offer healthier products to their customers—WELLENCE Fat Reduction Food Gums and the METHOCEL Portfolio for meat applications.
The two ingredients create a broad offering to help manufacturers differentiate their products with health-minded consumers. WELLENCE Fat Reduction can be added to a batter or coating system to reduce fat (and associated calories) up to 35% or more, by reducing the oil uptake during frying, while still maintaining the sensory profile—meaning it has minimal impact on the full-fat flavor and crisp texture.
METHOCEL Portfolio for meat applications is a versatile suite of tailored ingredients designed to help food manufacturers create convenient, healthier and more cost-effective meat products and meat analogues. The ingredients help improve stability, bite and texture at high and low temperatures—from production to consumption.
“These technologies offer a healthier version of our favorite fried snacks and meat without losing the full-fat flavor and crisp bite that we know and love,” said Christopher Spontelli, Dow Food Solutions market manager.
Americans continually seek new ways to improve their eating habits and reduce fat and calorie intake, which will be even easier with the upcoming implementation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s required calorie labeling. At IFT 16, Dow Food Solutions showcased two plant-based functional ingredients, developed to help manufacturers reduce fat or offer healthier products to their customers—WELLENCE Fat Reduction Food Gums and the METHOCEL Portfolio for meat applications.
The two ingredients create a broad offering to help manufacturers differentiate their products with health-minded consumers. WELLENCE Fat Reduction can be added to a batter or coating system to reduce fat (and associated calories) up to 35% or more, by reducing the oil uptake during frying, while still maintaining the sensory profile—meaning it has minimal impact on the full-fat flavor and crisp texture.
METHOCEL Portfolio for meat applications is a versatile suite of tailored ingredients designed to help food manufacturers create convenient, healthier and more cost-effective meat products and meat analogues. The ingredients help improve stability, bite and texture at high and low temperatures—from production to consumption.
“These technologies offer a healthier version of our favorite fried snacks and meat without losing the full-fat flavor and crisp bite that we know and love,” said Christopher Spontelli, Dow Food Solutions market manager.
