Organic food sales increased in 2020, displaying the highest growth rate compared to other health categories. Additionally, 6 out of 10 parents in China consider organic products when purchasing for their children. To meet the needs of the market, Arla Foods Ingredients plans to roll out new additions to its current organic line. First are products for early life nutrition, which will be showcased at Food Ingredients China on May 31 to June 2. These are Lacprodan® IF-7390 Organic, an … [Read more...] about Arla Foods Ingredients introduces new organic products
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Consumers focus more on proactive health, research shows
According to a study conducted by nutrition company Kerry, consumers across all age groups are becoming even more proactive about their health and wellness. This trend, in effect, is influencing purchasing decisions in food and beverage products. Insights can be read in the company’s e-book, "Functional Health Benefits for Every Generation". Markets are expanding to roll out products that are targeting specific life stages and other demographic categories, like gender. In general, immune … [Read more...] about Consumers focus more on proactive health, research shows
Renaissance BioScience announces new patents for acrylamide-reducing yeast
Canada-based Renaissance BioScience has been granted new patent allowances for its acrylamide-reducing yeast technology (ARY). Joining the U.S., Japan, Indonesia, Chile and Columbia are regulatory bodies in China, Russia, India, Australia and Vietnam. Developing ARY has been the company’s contribution to reduce the formation of acrylamide in everyday and commonly consumed cooked foods. This non-GMO ingredient reduces the formation of acrylamide, a carcinogen that can be found in a number of … [Read more...] about Renaissance BioScience announces new patents for acrylamide-reducing yeast