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Action on Salt: salt content of non-meat alternatives is "excessive"
24 Oct 2018
The UK’s Action on Salt pressure group has exposed what it claims are excessive amounts of salt in ‘healthy’ processed meat alternatives and demand urgent action from Public Health England.
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AFS launches curcumin extract
23 Oct 2018
CurcuFlow has been announced by Applied Food Sciences (AFS). Described as an innovative, free-flowing curcumin extract, it is designed for manufacturers to achieve cleaner, stain-free turmeric production.
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Food labelling seminar to be convened by Campden BRI
23 Oct 2018
A food labelling update seminar, organised by Camden BRI to take place on 4 December, will, it says, provide a regulatory update on food labelling, focusing on some of the current key issues.
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IFF opens new China facilities
18 Oct 2018
IFF is opening two new facilities in China -- a flavours manufacturing facility in the Zhangjiagang Free Trade Zone and a Natural Product Research lab, located in the Nanjing Life Science Park.
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Broken biscuit seminar announced by Camden BRI
17 Oct 2018
Broken biscuits and crackers can be rejected by retailers and a cause of consumer complaints which can damage brand reputation, notes Campden BRI, who are encouraging companies to join a research project to help prevent this industry problem.
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A sticky issue: delivering superior product stability in sugar confectionery
17 Oct 2018
In today’s competitive confectionery market, manufacturers are challenged to deliver new, exciting flavors that maintain stability. Ardie Lankveld, market manager at Corbion, shares factors for success
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Food Ingredients North America trade show to debut at SupplySide West in 2019
16 Oct 2018
Informa announces combination of two leading global events to create U.S. “super show” for food, nutrition and health market
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Is algae oil about to go mainstream?
11 Oct 2018
Algae oil boasts some impressive nutritional, environmental and functional benefits – and several companies appear to be on the verge of broadening its use. The question remains, will food manufacturers (and consumers) buy it?
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Ingredient innovation could give iced coffee a healthy boost
3 Oct 2018
Iced coffee is the fastest growing segment of the coffee category, and there is huge potential for ingredients with added health benefits to further drive its growth.
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Creating better texture in dairy alternatives
26 Sep 2018
The market for dairy alternatives continues to rise, but creating appealing, creamy textures that mimic traditional yoghurt or cheese can be a major stumbling block. For suppliers, this challenge has become fertile ground for innovation.
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Natural health trend boosts demand for botanical flavours
19 Sep 2018
Herbs, spices and extracts are gaining in popularity as consumers look for natural, recognisable flavours in their foods and drinks.
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Healthy aging: Spotlight on ingredients for joint health
19 Sep 2018
Glucosamine and chondroitin are commonly used ingredients for healthy joints, but with increased focus on improved mobility as the population ages, other innovative ingredients are gaining ground.
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