Beyond being a traditional, unique, and highly versatile ingredient in baking and cooking, egg protein is a nutritional phenomenon: an abundant source of protein with the highest net protein utilization and amino acid scores. However, egg production is increasingly challenging, with diseases, shortages, and climate change impacting yield and driving up costs. The egg […]
Processed foods have been the enemies of nutritionists and dieters worldwide since the inception of the NOVA Food Classification System in 2009. These foods often contain added sugars, fats, and salts, which studies suggest may increase your risk of developing various diseases. The latest debate, however, argues that a food processing method is no grounds […]
Food production is responsible for over a third1 of all greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming and climate change. Although commercial farming can be damaging to the environment, it is essential for feeding a growing population, with 345 million people2 worldwide facing acute food insecurity daily. Regenerative agriculture could help farmers grow more […]
As environmental concerns and pressures increase along with growing health and longevity concerns, consumers increasingly look for more natural ingredients in food and beverages, demanding transparency around ingredients, production, manufacture, supply chain, eco-responsibility, and sustainability. This “pure & natural” trend can incorporate imitated natural tastes by providing fresh, authentic flavors or more unusual tastes […]
Hot dogs, bacon, deli meat, and sausages contain nitrates – organic preservatives that keep food fresher for longer. Although nitrates are natural, they can have negative health effects, and many consumers are looking for safer alternatives to boost their food’s shelf-life. Swiss flavor company Givaudan recently launched NaNino+, a plant-based nitrite replacement that could revolutionize […]
Vanillin, sourced from cured vanilla pods, is the world’s most popular flavor compound. Humans have cultivated vanilla for centuries to use its sweet and slightly woody extract for perfume, confectionery, and cooking. The vanilla orchid is notoriously difficult to grow, making it the second-most expensive spice in the world, second only to saffron. Today, we […]
Healthy and functional beverages have been gaining share for a while now, and the dynamic flavored water category is no exception. According to The Business Research Company, the global flavored water market has grown exponentially, from $23.44 billion in 2021 to $25.38 billion in 2022, and is predicted to reach $34.97 billion by 2026 – […]
Climate change concerns, lifestyle change, and the recent global Covid-19 pandemic have accelerated interest in healthier eating and more responsible food production. Part of this kinder trend – a search for global natural ingredients that are better for the consumer and the planet is a demand for no or low-sugar food and beverage options. […]
Coffee is the world’s most valuable tropical crop and second-most traded commodity after crude oil1. While many Americans start their day with a steaming cup of joe, a new poll2 suggests that excessive coffee consumption is declining, with only 12% of people drinking multiple cups a day – down from 22% in 2019. Keep reading […]
Americans have always had a love-hate relationship with sugar. According to the IFIC’s 2022 Food and Health Survey, 45%1 of consumers listed “eating less sugar” as their top goal for the year. The sugar-free craze and the sober-curious movement are sister trends in the global shift towards healthier eating – inciting a new interest in […]
