Fiber & Carbohydrates
Fiber has always been an important part of consumers' diets—its role in health and nutrition is undisputable. These days, thanks to the emergence of new technologies, product applications featuring fiber have become much more palatable. Here we break down the various fiber categories and discuss their utility in various functional food and dietary supplement formulations.
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Antioxidants | Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Herbs & Botanicals | Medical Nutrition | Mood Health & Sleep | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Weight Management/Weight Loss
A Clearer Path to Weight Management: The Ozempic Factor
There are new tools for tackling the obesity epidemic, but still no magic solution.By Sean Moloughney, Editor 09.06.23
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Cardiovascular Health | Diabetes & Blood Sugar Management | Fiber & Carbohydrates
Beneo Launches New Barley Beta-Glucans Ingredient
Orafti β-fit is formulated for blood sugar management and cardiovascular support.07.24.23
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Breaking News | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Functional Foods & Beverages | Supplier News | Sweeteners
Beneo Expands Sugar Reduction Line with scFOS Ingredient
The new short-chain fructooligosaccharide ingredient ingredient offers a mild sweet taste, and has bulking applications in various food formats.05.23.23
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Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Digestive Health | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Healthcare Trends | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research
Core Work: Gut Health as the Center of Wellness
Under standing about the relationship between digestion and a wide array of health conditions is deepening.By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.06.23
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Fiber & Carbohydrates | Natural/Organic | Nutrition Bars & Snacks | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids
PowerBar Maker Jennifer Maxwell Drums Up Organic Energy with JamBar Brand
The USDA Organic-certified bars contain 10 grams of protein and 4 grams of fiber. Half of net profits go to music and active living partner groups.By Lianna Albrizio, Assistant Editor 03.28.23
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Breaking News | Digestive Health | Fiber & Carbohydrates | People News | World Markets
World Economic Forum Names Sofia Elizondo of Brightseed a Young Global Leader
Elizondo joins some of the most promising leaders under the age of 40 who are committed to serving society and are launching initiatives to drive social change.03.17.23
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Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Herbs & Botanicals | Women's Health
RFI Adds FermaPro Flax Lignan to Lineup of Ingredients Produced through Fermentation
Proprietary technology delivers enhanced lignan content of flax and prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic properties.03.13.23
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Breaking News | Cardiovascular Health | Dietary Supplements | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Industry & Market News | Medical Nutrition | Minerals | Vitamins
CRN Highlights 'Supplement to Savings' Report for National Heart Month
The report highlighted evidence about omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, vitamin K2, and soluble fiber in relation to coronary heart disease risk.01.23.23
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Cancer Risk | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research
Resistant Starch Associated with 60% Reduction in Upper GI Cancer Among Lynch Syndrome Patients
Individuals with Lynch Syndrome have significantly increased risk of developing many types of cancer.Online Exclusives11.14.22
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Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Infant & Children's Health | World Markets
DSM’s HMO Ingredient Receives Canadian Approval for Early Life Nutrition
The ingredient is the only HMO permitted in both infant and toddler formula products in the country.11.07.22
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Breaking News | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Immune Function | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Research | Research News | Supplier News
Study Finds BeniCaros Prebiotic Fiber Prepares the Immune System and Strengthens Response
Research shows BeniCaros significantly reduced individual cold symptoms and helped subjects feel better and maintain their quality of life.10.18.22
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Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Dietary Supplements | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Functional Foods & Beverages | Herbs & Botanicals | Minerals | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Research | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Formulating for Weight Loss Products
Developers of weight loss nutraceuticals have a wide range of mechanisms to target with safe, efficacious ingredients.By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.22
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Dietary Supplements | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Healthcare Trends | Herbs & Botanicals | Minerals | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Proteins, Peptides, Amino Acids | Weight Management/Weight Loss
Weight Management: Supplements Find Their Place in a Bigger Picture
Consumers trying to lose weight seek benefits beyond a number on a scale or tape measure.By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 09.08.22
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Breaking News | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Immune Function | Supplier News
Immune Health Pre-Mixes and Custom Solutions to Stem from NutriLeads and Royal DSM Partnership
Companies focused on developing formulations for U.S. supplement market that support immunity via gut modulation.09.06.22
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Breaking News | Digestive Health | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic | Supplier News
AgriFiber’s Carrageenan Alternative Receives Upcycled Certification
The clean-label insoluble fiber ingredients are formulated to uphold texture and mouthfeel.08.24.22
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Antioxidants | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Functional Foods & Beverages | Research
Formulating for Nutrient Bioavailability
At IFT FIRST, food scientists discussed innovation and insights into how we digest, absorb, and utilize nutrients.Online Exclusives By Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 08.09.22
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Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Functional Foods & Beverages | Natural/Organic
FDA Issues ‘No Questions’ Letter for Chiber Mushroom Fiber Preservative
The fiber, sourced from white button mushrooms, functions as a natural preservative for various food products.08.02.22
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Fiber & Carbohydrates
EverGrain Forms Advisory Board to Advance Research on Upcycled Barley
Scientific experts to advance understanding of the health, nutrition, and sustainability benefits in brewers spent grain.07.11.22
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Fiber & Carbohydrates | Nutrition Bars & Snacks
FruitSmart Fiber Ingredients Gain Upcycled Food Association’s New Certification Mark
Company to highlight new ways of thinking about how fruit and fruit fiber can be used in food and beverage applications.07.11.22
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Breaking News | Fiber & Carbohydrates | Supplier News
Nexira Expands World’s Largest Acacia Fiber Processing Unit
Further investments are planned for the rest of 2022 and through 2023.03.26.22
