Green tea is internationally hailed for its health-boosting properties and recognized as a superfood, often featured in eating plans, functional foods, and even cosmetics. So, what makes this refreshing drink such a powerful addition to your diet? Join us as we unpack the composition of green tea and how its bioactive compounds could benefit your […]
The global population is expected to rise to 9.1 billion by 20501, so it’s crucial that we adopt farming and production practices that ensure a stable and sustainable food supply for the future. Most commercial food producers use industrialized agriculture and processing methods for large-scale food production, often causing an adverse social, economic, or environmental […]
Distillation separates liquids from non-volatile solids in the fluid-based food and beverage industry to concentrate flavors and alcohols. It converts liquids to vapor and back to liquids to extract intense flavors. Fluid-based products, defined as becoming liquid at room temperature, include ice cubes, popsicles, any beverage, ice creams and sherbets, sauces, soups, gravies, and custards. […]
Juices, whether fruit or vegetable, are increasingly in demand for their refreshing flavors and nutritional content. However, with natural flavors and aromas tending to lose their potency during packaging, storage, and transport, even nature’s best gems can be enhanced with aroma and flavor additives. At the same time, consumers are applying increasing pressure on […]
The chemical compounds in food play a vital role in sustaining human health, and what you eat and drink can affect your brain functionality, immune system, and longevity. People have been changing food for centuries to make it taste better and last longer, and we can now scientifically modify food to enhance its bioactivity. Keep […]
Food labels link you to your customers, and what they say about a product’s contents can sway people towards buying it or leaving it on the shelf. 54% of American shoppers1 say front-of-package food labels, including ingredient highlights and nutritional claims, impact their purchasing habits. Keep reading to discover the differences between ‘clean’, ‘organic’, and […]
Umami is one of the five basic tastes alongside sweet, salty, bitter, and sour, and it makes food more mouthwatering and addictive. Umami is also a functional flavor with many health benefits, and it plays a significant role in human nutrition. Join us as we unpack the nuances of this complex savory flavor and how […]
The global savory snacks market is expanding1, giving consumers more healthy cracker options than ever. While adding whole grains and seed oils to an ingredient list may attract health-conscious snackers, it may also decrease the product’s shelf life. Join us as we explore the latest healthy cracker craze and some natural preservative ingredients that can […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have warned that Americans consume too much sugar, contributing to health problems such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, weight gain and obesity, kidney disease, and gout. One of the main culprits in the United States and around the globe is sodas. This popular beverage type is convenient, […]
A trend towards healthier, organic – 100% natural and more environmentally friendly produce has been growing over the past few decades, lately accelerated by the recent pandemic. As a result, consumers look for more natural foods and ingredients grown and produced in more responsible and less harmful ways. Fresh produce growers and manufacturers take […]
