In a human clinical trial, a novel combination of two Lactobacillus paracasei probiotic bacterial strains under the brand name AminoAlta, increase the absorption of key amino acids derived from plant proteins. While most plant proteins are considered to be either “incomplete,” or functionally inferior to the more efficiently-absorbed animal proteins, the disparity between the two […]
Manufacturer of plant-based proteins and starches, MGP Ingredients has launched a new line of textured proteins that help food innovators mimic the fibrous texture of meat. ProTerra expands the company’s offerings with a new textured pea option that joins its proven textured wheat series (formerly known as TruTex), giving food formulators a range of choices […]
The “sportification” mega-trend will continue to influence a wide range of food and beverages in 2020 and beyond as the average consumer is looking for proteins as well as healthy and safe energy to reach their goals. This is according to Thomas Schmidt, Marketing Director at Beneo, who says that although protein powders and energy […]
The ingredient giant discusses why it believes overall quality is set to become increasingly important in the plant-based protein market. The plant-based protein market is in a critical stage, where the overall quality of products needs to improve if repeat buying is to flourish, according to DuPont Nutrition & Biosciences. Flemming Østergaard, Strategic Marketing Manager […]
Givaudan’s Chef’s Council 2019 takes on “The Protein Challenge,” exploring new culinary concepts for plant proteins. Plant-based meat alternatives represent one of the most potent dietary shifts today and flavor giant Givaudan is underscoring the potential of plant-based proteins as it seeks to “redefine the meat category.” For Flavio Garofalo, Global Category Director for Savoury […]
Research highlights six proteins with the biggest potential for the industry, with a focus on nutritional beverage applications. Swiss flavors and fragrances player Givaudan has identified the top six new up-and-coming plant-based proteins that could likely be game-changers for the food industry, and, in particular, nutritional beverages. The proteins identified are oats, mung beans, garbanzo […]
EFSA has established a safe intake level for glutamic acid and glutamates used as food additives after re-evaluating their safety. The authority board also concluded that estimated dietary exposure to glutamic acid and glutamates may exceed not only the safe level but also doses associated with adverse effects in humans for some population groups. On […]
