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Weight Management Solutions: Ingredient & Formulation Spotlight

From plant proteins and adaptogens to sugar reduction and blood sugar management, the range of weight wellness formulation options is expanding.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.09.21

Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Sweeteners

Focus on Health Compels Brands to Reduce Sugar with Reformulated Foods and Beverages

Cutting the amount of sugar from product formulations has become a priority for many brands as consumers seek healthier solutions.

By Joerg Gruenwald, analyze & realize ag 09.09.21

Cardiovascular Health | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners

Sugar Reduction in Packaged Foods, Drinks Could Prevent Disease & Save Billions in Healthcare Costs

Researchers create a model to simulate and quantify the health, economic, and equity impacts of a sugar-reduction policy.

Online Exclusives08.30.21

Breaking News | Research | Research News | Sweeteners | Weight Management/Weight Loss

Metabolite of Fructose Shown to Contribute to Obesity in Mice

Study focused on the effect of a high-fructose diet on villi, structures that line the inside of the small intestine and help absorb nutrients.

08.20.21

Stevia Extract Receives ‘No Questions’ Letter on GRAS Notice

This confirmation expands upon the FDA's previous No Objection Letters for Nascent's Reb A to now include all steviol glycosides extracted from the leaf.

08.13.21

Sweegen’s Bestevia Rebaudioside M Approved In Europe

The company will commercialize the non-GMO, high-purity sweetener in its manufacturing facility in England.

07.15.21

Better Juice Raises $8 Million in Seed Round Investment

The company’s enzymatic technology can convert 80% of all sugars from juices.

06.24.21

Healthy Beverage Market Appeals to Range of Consumer Demands

A marriage of convenience and nutrition propels healthy drinks segment.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.02.21

Instacart Releases 'Plant Power' Trends Report

The online grocery delivery platform examined a mainstream migration to plant-based retail products.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.26.21

Indulgent Flavors More Popular At Breakfast Time, Innova Market Insights Reports

Flavors inspired by the bakery category once typically reserved for snacks and desserts are now seeing significant growth in a range of breakfast foods.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 05.19.21

Innova Market Insights: Sports Nutrition Must Focus on Flavors for Mainstream Consumers

Formerly a secondary consideration to efficacy, flavors will offer brands the competitive edge in the years to come.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.21.21

Consumer Trends | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Functional Foods & Beverages | Healthcare Trends | Sweeteners

Sweeteners Market Continues to Broaden with Cleaner Labels and Better Formulations

Innovation of sugar alternatives is accelerating as edging sugars out of the equation becomes increasingly popular.

By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.08.21

Study Suggests Added Sugars Can Double Liver Fat Production

The findings support evidence for mechanisms behind which diabetes and fatty liver may develop.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.19.21

Diets High In Fructose Could Cause Immune System Damage

A new in vitro study has identified a pro-inflammatory mechanism caused by high fructose concentrations.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.08.21

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

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