Nutraceuticals World

Different forms of Sugar Have Ranging Impacts on Hunger-Suppressing Hormones

A study on young adults found that drinks containing sucrose had less of an appetite suppression than those who drank glucose.

12.22.20

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions | Sweeteners

Tate & Lyle Acquires Stevia Company Sweet Green Fields

The deal is expected to strengthen Tate & Lyle’s sugar reduction and clean label offerings while extending its presence in the Asia Pacific region.

12.01.20

Sweetness Evidenced To Reduce Hunger, Regardless of Energy Content

Whether or not a sweet-tasting drink contained caloric energy, it made participants eat less, and altered their physiological responses to food.

11.24.20

Common Sugar Substitutes Have No Impact on Gut Microbiome, Study Reports

Sucralose and aspartame, two common sugar alternatives, didn’t significantly influence the gut microbiota of a small group of participants.

11.11.20

Clinical Trial Supports Methodology to Assess Added Sugars Intake

The trial represented the first evaluation of this biomarker in a controlled feeding study.

10.15.20

Kerry Unveils New Citrus Extract Technology

The new technology can enhance tonalities of lime, lemon, orange, and tangerine, with more to come.

10.01.20

Innova Market Insights Discusses Storytelling in the European Coffee Market

The company laid out some trends, which appear to be segmented between the iced and hot coffee markets.

08.12.20

Americans Are Consuming Less Sugar and More Non-Nutritive Sweeteners

A survey examined the sweetener purchasing habits by sales volume between the years 2002 and 2018.

07.29.20

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

Startup Begins Scaling Up Sugar-Reduction Technology

Better Juice hopes to attain full industrial scale and supply to the market within a year.

07.07.20

Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Sweeteners

Health Continues to Drive Beverage-Buying Habits

Alongside sugar reduction and clean labels, taste/texture, convenience, novelty, hydration, refreshment, and indulgence all influence consumer decision making.

By Lu Ann Williams, Director of Innovation, Innova Market Insights 06.02.20

Ingredion to Acquire 75% Stake in Stevia Manufacturer PureCircle

The acquisition will add a broad stevia portfolio to Ingredion, and allow for greater investments in product research and development.

04.09.20

Study Yields Deeper Understanding of Neuron Changes After a Meal

The inhibitory function of the “satiety circuit” in the brain is where the most change occurs.

03.16.20

Coronavirus Crisis: Supplement Industry On Alert

The long-term effect of the epidemic remains a big question mark.

03.05.20

Dietary Supplements | Immune Function | World Markets

Coronavirus Crisis: Supplement Industry On Alert

The long-term effect of the epidemic remains a big question mark.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 03.05.20

vitafusion Gummy Vitamins Debuts Goodness, a New Line of Gummies

Company touts renewable energy production and recyclable packaging.

02.27.20

Breaking News | Cardiovascular Health | Medical Nutrition | Research News | Sweeteners

Study Reaffirms Daily Intake of Sugary Drinks Presents Heart Disease Risk

Thousands of subjects’ medical records spanning an average of 12.5 years were evaluated by researchers to establish a link to lipid imbalance.

02.27.20

Breaking News | Dairy-Based Ingredients | Industry & Market News | Sweeteners | World Markets

U.K. Cuts Sugar in Yogurts

The available products classed as low-sugar—containing less than five grams of sugar per 100 grams—increased from 9% in 2016 to 15% in 2019.

01.17.20

Sugars and Calories are Top Items Consumers Look for on Nutrition Facts Label

NPD Group finds sodium and protein also important to 38% and 33%, respectively, of consumers surveyed.

01.13.20

Healthy Snacks & Bars: Options for All Occasions

Consumers want convenient nutritional products that can satisfy unique health goals.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 01.07.20

Breaking News | Products | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Sweeteners

siggi's Launches Plant-Based Product Line with More Protein Than Sugar

Prdocuts made with a proprietary blend of coconut, macadamia, and pea protein.

12.23.19

Breaking News | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Products

Mood33 to Introduce Hemp-Infused Herbal Teas Featuring Evo Hemp

Each bottle of herbal RTD tea contains 33 mg of full-spectrum hemp to support the body’s endocannabinoid system.

12.10.19

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

Ingredion and SweeGen Extend Stevia Distribution Agreement

Updated deal will allow both companies to offer next-generation stevia sweeteners to global customers.

12.10.19

Breaking News | Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Products

Vitafusion Enters CBD Market

Full spectrum hemp extract gummy supplements target sleep and relaxation.

12.03.19

Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Functional Foods & Beverages | Supplier News

Citromax Introduces Ready-To-Use Lemonade Bases

Made from freshly processed lemon juice, bases available in Lemon Lime Lemonade, Hibiscus Lemonade, and White Peach Lemonade.

11.19.19

Widespread Intake of Added Sugars Among Infants & Toddlers Tied to Negative Health Outcomes

Findings should raise awareness among health organizations and practitioners and inform future guidelines and recommendations.

11.15.19

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

Avansya Begins Commercial-Scale Production of EverSweet Stevia

Cargill-DSM joint venture uses fermentation facility to produce the zero-calorie sweetener sustainably.

11.15.19

Innovation in Sugar Reduction Accelerates

Substitution strategies have given rise to new sweetener options like stevia and monk fruit.

11.12.19

Use of Inulin on the Rise Despite Prebiotic Confusion

As a natural sugar replacer, inulin has offered product developers a strong formulation option.

11.12.19

Taking Aim at a Healthy Sports Nutrition Market

Varied product solutions help consumers meet personal performance goals.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 11.05.19

Top Trends for 2020 Reflect Fragmented Consumer Demands

New Nutrition Business identifies meat snacks as a growth opportunity for the first time, alongside continued interest in plant-based options.

11.04.19

Whole Foods Market Sets Food Trend Predictions for 2020

From regenerative agriculture to rethinking kids menus, experts forecast top culinary influences.

Slideshows10.22.19

Breaking News | Supplier News

Jungbunzlauer Opens New North American Headquarters

Move will allow the company to continue growing while serving customers in U.S. and Canada.

10.14.19

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

Sweegen Receives Strategic Investments

Support from Sumitomo Chemical and Outlook Investment Group will help finance manufacturing site in Europe.

10.07.19

Consumer Trends | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids

Seeding Innovation with Plants & Protein

Plant proteins provide value and align with consumer priorities for clean label, sustainable product options.

By Pam Stauffer, Global Marketing Programs Manager, Cargill 10.07.19

Nestle Health Science’s BOOST Soothe Offers Nutrition & Minimizes Taste Changes for Cancer Patients

Drink contains no artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners, and provides 300 calories and 10 grams of high-quality protein per serving.

09.09.19

Sugary Soft Drinks Linked with Higher Death Risk

Researchers found higher all-cause mortality and cause-specific death risk among a European study cohort.

Online Exclusives By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.06.19

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

SweeGen Expands Product Line with Bestevia Taste Solutions

New platform includes dairy, beverage, nutrition, and confectionery.

08.28.19

Breaking News | Functional Foods & Beverages | Industry & Market News | Infant & Children's Health

Beverage Market for Kids Undergoes Healthy Overhaul

Packaged Facts report notes brand marketers need to satisfy demands from kids and parents.

08.27.19

Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Products | Vitamins

Doctor’s Best Debuts Gummy Supplements with Natural Fruit Pectin

Six varieties are vegan, non-GMO, and gluten-free.

08.07.19

Breaking News | People News

Chris Tower Joins Artemis International as Vice President of Sales and Business Development

He will oversee all sales activities and play a key role in implementing overall business strategies to drive growth.

08.05.19

Organic Mushroom and Herb Blends Support Energy, Immunity, & Cognitive Health

Gaia Herbs adds to line of functional powder supplements that are vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free.

08.02.19

Better Juice to Build Pilot Plant for Low-Sugar Orange Juice

Enzymatic technology naturally transforms fruit sugars into prebiotic and other non-digestible fibers and sugars.

07.30.19

Breaking News | Confectionery | Industry & Market News | Sweeteners

Nestlé Creates Dark Chocolate with No Added Sugar

The first 70% dark chocolate is made entirely from the cocoa fruit and nothing else.

07.18.19

Sugary Drinks May Be Linked to Cancer: BMJ Study

Limiting consumption of sugar sweetened beverages and 100% fruit juices might contribute to a reduction in cancer cases, according to researchers.

07.12.19

Breaking News | Supplier News | Sweeteners

Purees Offer Strategy to Clear FDA’s Added Sugar Hurdle

Fruit purees are emerging as a viable solution for food companies as they work toward complying with new rules for sugar labeling.

06.07.19

ADM Highlights Portfolio of On-Trend Ingredient Solutions

Advisors were on-site to discuss the latest trends in foods and beverages.

06.06.19

Dietary Supplements | Herbs & Botanicals | Regulations | World Markets

Layn Invests in U.S. CBD Production

New manufacturing facility will support the production of a range of CBD and hemp formulas.

06.06.19

Plant-Based Sweeteners Offer Natural Appeal

A range of naturally-sourced sweeteners help consumers and formulators reduce sugar content while maximizing flavor.

By Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 06.03.19

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Flavors & Colors | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Sweeteners

Move Over Mainstream, Healthy Foods Are Here to Stay

Thanks to the efforts of flavor and color companies, healthy products are officially upstaging sugar-laden, artificially flavored/colored counterparts.

By Becky Wright, Contributing Writer 06.03.19