While texture and colour are moving up the agenda, when it comes to food, taste remains king. FoodNavigator takes a look at what is hot and what is not in the world of flavor. Every food and beverage product developer has an ear to the ground in the hunt for the next big flavour trend. […]
Personalization and fragmentation are two of the biggest drivers of change in the food and health business. It’s been 20 years since the first “functional food” burst onto the American market, with the debut of rival spreads Benecol from Raisio, and Flora from Unilever, each boasting their clinically proven ability to lower cholesterol by 12% […]
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has carried out an assessment of the substance furan and concluded that exposure to high levels could pose a health risk. The Authority admits that because of gaps in knowledge about the possible toxicity and effects of the substance, scientists can’t even recommend safe levels. However, their research will […]
European regulators and researchers are focusing on developing circular economy solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges: health and climate change. The European Commission is placing its food strategy at the centre of efforts to deliver on commitments made under the Paris Climate Change deal and the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking at […]
Food manufacturers targeting children are under pressure to provide products that meet certain health standards – making health a major innovation driver. But does actual consumption reflect this? The obesity epidemic has placed the spotlight firmly on how healthy the food we provide our children with actually is. Across Europe, multi-stakeholder initiatives focus on providing […]
Emerging studies on mango consumption have found potential health benefits associated with the superfruit including improved blood pressure, blood sugar control and gut health. The research, conducted by of the Department of Nutrition and Food Science at Texas A&M University and the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Oklahoma State University, was presented during the 2017 […]
A new study published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal Nutrients confirmed the short-term (post-prandial) blood sugar and insulin response of VERSAFIBE 1490 dietary fiber from Ingredion Incorporated, Westchester, IL. This is the first study to establish the short-term health effect of the ingredient in a food, according to the company. The clinical study, conducted by […]
Saturated fat does not clog up arteries nor increase the chance of a heart attack, according to a team of doctors whose views have triggered a wave of criticism. In an editorial, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the researchers described current thinking on the effect dietary saturated fat has on health as […]
Seaweed masquerading as pasta is becoming very popular for consumers looking for a low-carb alternative to their normal pasta, according to Mintel. Sea spaghetti sales have grown in Europe, especially among a rising health-conscious shopper base. The Mintel Global New Product Database revealed gluten-free products represented 15% of all pasta launches in 2016. The idea […]
Scientists at Baycrest, home to the Canadian Centre for Aging and Brain Health Innovation, have led the development of the first Canadian Brain Health Food Guide to help adults over 50 preserve their thinking and memory skills as they age. Nutrition for elderly consumers has been a hot topic over recent years, as the world […]
Kefir appears to be bucking the trend that has seen launch activity in drinking yogurts and fermented beverages remain relatively static in recent years. While kefir launch numbers are still limited globally, Innova Market Insights data indicate that they grew more than three-fold between 2011 and 2016. This is despite launches in the overall drinking […]
American beverage giant Coca-Cola Co., says it supports the World Health Organization’s guidelines for limiting added sugar, as the company works on repairing its image in public health circles and reshaping its business. Incoming Chief Executive James Quincey also said the company has “outgrown” its namesake cola and is focusing on becoming a “total beverage […]
Soluble fibers can have significant effects on post prandial blood glucose spikes, but they have their effects in the gut rather than in the blood stream itself as polyphenolic ingredients might do. Purified, soluble fibers such as those derived from guar gum and chicory root have data behind them backing this effect. Two suppliers, Taiyo […]
The advent of synthetic biology, to essentially enhance microorganism capability is the radical approach being proposed to address micronutrient deficiencies and ‘engineer’ health. Synthetic biology could be described as the adoption of engineering principles to design and assemble biological components. The biological components in this case is the microbiome of food that according to Dr […]
The potential health benefits of resistant starch (RS) could lead it to being classified as a prebiotic under the EU’s health claim process, according to a review. RS has been noted to increase the production of short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in the gut, and to modulate the composition of gut microbiota, the review in […]
