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Heading into the Holidays, Experts Say Americans Should Focus on Fiber
As Americans approach the holiday season, they will eat some of the largest meals of the year. Nutrition experts say this is the perfect time to think about something most of us don’t get enough of: fiber. Despite its important role in digestion, immunity, and overall health, the average American falls far short of the ...
Ingredients for Food & Beverages
NIE examines the latest ingredient advancements for food and beverage applications. Food and beverage applications for nutraceutical ingredients are on the rise as consumers seek out more convenient ways to incorporate functional ingredients into their diets. Millennials and Generation Z in particular, are leading demand for these products, with functional beverages replacing alcohol for many ...
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[Extra! Extra!] Fiber Hits the Bakery & Snack Aisle
Consumers have increasingly become interested in preventative health measures since the COVID-19 pandemic, and as a result, they’re demanding functional foods and supplements in droves. One emerging category for prebiotics, according to Comet-Bio (London, ON, Canada), is the bakery and snack aisle: In a July 2021 blog post on the Comet-Bio website, registered dietitian Hannah ...
Fab Fiber
Here’s how fiber and biotic ingredients are evolving. Fiber and biotic ingredients are having a moment. The fiber/biotic ingredient market is experiencing remarkable growth as consumers increasingly discover the benefits of biotics, driven by an expanding knowledge among consumers of the importance of a robust microbiome. One recent survey found that fiber ranks second on ...
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[Extra! Extra!] SlimBiome Research
The latest results from human studies reinforce findings that mineral-enriched prebiotic fiber complexes can help reduce hunger by 27 percent and support the feeling of fullness by 35 percent, offering a rapid and natural solution for weight management. A study conducted by Adele Costabile, a professor at the University of Roehampton, London, used SlimBiome from ...
Study From University of Minnesota Reveals Bioactives in Plant-based Fiber
New research from the University of Minnesota suggests more reasons people should be prioritizing fiber in their diets. The study was a collaboration between the university and Brightseed Bioactives, a biotechnology company based in South San Francisco, CA. Researchers found each plant source of insoluble dietary fiber contains unique bioactives which are compounds linked to ...
CRN Reveals Data from 2022 Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has revealed initial findings from its 2022 Consumer Survey on Dietary Supplements. The survey’s key findings show supplement usage is back to pre-pandemic levels. Overall, three-quarters of Americans report using nutritional or dietary supplements. The vast majority of supplement users continue to be regular users. “This year’s data shows ...
Gavan Develops Zero-waste Plant Protein Extraction
Gavan Technologies, Ltd. (Acre, Israel), has developed a novel, waste-free protein extraction method that completes the sustainability loop through the sustainability practice of upcycling. The foodtech start-up said it supports the circular economy by positioning total plant extraction at the core of its operations. “Our new, multi-step technological platform enables us to take any plant ...
Blood Sugar Support
Consumers look for the most effective supplements to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Supermarkets are weird in a way, now more than ever. More foods and beverages are on shelves that are healthier, featuring natural ingredients, strong macro- and micronutrient profiles, no added sugars (or other chemicals), and reasonable calories per serving. And then there ...
Incorporating Fiber & Protein
Fiber and protein ingredients are improving and growing significantly, as more consumers look for convenient and healthy nutritional product choices. Ask just about any health expert and they’ll most likely agree that protein and fiber are essential parts of a healthy diet. And with busy, on-the-go lifestyles, consumers are leaning in to convenient and healthy ...
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