Functional Foods & Beverages

Adding Spices To A Meal Can Reduce Inflammation, Researchers Say

A blend of basil, bay leaf, black pepper, cinnamon, coriander, cumin, ginger, oregano, parsley, red pepper, rosemary, thyme and turmeric were used.

05.29.20

Carob Extract Shows Benefit in Weight Management and Metabolic Syndrome

The ancient biblical fruit showed positive impacts on several metabolic factors associated with metabolic syndrome.

05.28.20

FDA Temporarily Loosens Formulation, Vending Machine Regulations

It appears that the new policy will last throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency.

05.28.20

GOED Publishes Omega-3 Global Market Report

The report provides a global overview of the $44 billion global market for finished products containing EPA and DHA.

05.27.20

NIH to Expedite Nutrition Research Over the Next Decade

The Nutrition Research Task Force will expand collaboration between NIH Institutes and those in the nutrition industry.

05.27.20

Martin Bauer USA Achieves QAI Organic Accreditation for Bethlehem, PA Plant

Quality Assurance International, a leading USDA-approved organic certifying body, conducts audits at every step of companies' supply chains.

05.20.20

Swisse Wellness Launches Single-Serve Collagen Powder Formulation

The new product, in a chai tea flavor with a green tea flavor soon to come, is meant to blend with cold beverages.

05.14.20

CRN and BBB Conclude Advertisement Monitoring Program

Both the Council for Responsible Nutrition and the BBB’s National Advertising Division are optimistic about the industry’s ongoing self-regulatory efforts.

05.14.20

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Clif Bar Names Sally Grimes as New CEO

Her appointment will be effective on June 1, with the company's current co-CEOs keeping spots on the board of directors.

05.13.20

High Flavonoid Intake Associated with Decreased Alzheimer’s Risk

In an analysis of self-reported diet, those with low-flavonoid diets saw a two-to-four-fold greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia.

05.06.20

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Krave Re-Acquired by Sonoma Brands

After parting ways with the line of premium jerky products in 2015, John Sebastiani's company has re-acquired the brand from Hershey five years later.

05.05.20

Kerry Acquires IsoAge Technologies and Biosecur Labs

The Ireland-based ingredients supplier sought these companies out to formulate clean-label solutions for food preservation, in lieu of artificial ingredients.

05.04.20

Population-Based Study Links Proinflammatory Diet and Metabolic Syndrome

The effect that pro-inflammatory foods have on outcomes was more prevalent in women, but was linked with a number of symptoms in men at a significant level.

04.27.20

Nestlé Launches nesQino, a Line of Customizable Nutritional Drinks

Users can make 21 customizable beverages using a combination of superfood and base sachets.

04.27.20

Adult Interests Segmenting the Baby Foods Segment at an Early Age

A rise in 'natural,' 'additive-free,' and 'super foods' claims are dominating the post-weaning infant nutrition market, Innova reports.

04.22.20

Nexira Launches Carbon-Neutral Acacia Ingredient

Acacia gum has long been sought after for its prebiotic benefits, and its impact on taste and texture of foods and beverages.

04.20.20

Mediterranean Diet Linked to Heightened Cognitive Function

In studies based on age-related macular degeneration, researchers tangentially found that Mediterranean diets lowered the risk of cognitive decline.

04.15.20

Hectic Lifestyles Are a Key Factor in Food Choices, Innova Reports

Consumers are seeking foods which support their lifestyles in multifaceted ways.

04.13.20

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

PLT's Earthlight Receives Supplement Claims License

The mushroom-based ingredient can make licensed support claims on immune function, bone health, and general well-being in both adults and children in the Canadian marketplace.

04.08.20