In recent years, the plant-based diet piqued the interest of many consumers’ nutritional agendas. As of 2021, nearly one in two consumers globally express interest in plant-based foods and beverages. This signifies the shift from niche to mainstream for this product market segment. This transition can be attributed to flexitarianism — a diet primarily vegetarian, occasionally including fish and meat. According to BENEO’s latest plant-based consumer survey, one in … [Read more...] about Striking the balance between health and indulgence with plant-based chocolate
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Angel Yeast releases natural yeast protein for plant-based applications
China-based Angel Yeast has introduced a vegan, allergen-free yeast protein ingredient that complements plant-based food alternatives. The AngeoPro F80 contains double the amount of essential amino acids like lysine, isoleucine and leucine and can book sthe overall taste profile of the final food item. Yeast protein is extracted from Saccharomyces cerevisiae by adding food-grade enzymes. This removes the non-protein parts of the ingredient, making the protein concentrate exceed 75%. Its … [Read more...] about Angel Yeast releases natural yeast protein for plant-based applications
