How is the beverage industry looking like today, during the post-COVID era? Prior to the pandemic, the “healthy” trend was already growing vigorously and consumer purchasing power was thriving. When the pandemic hit our shores, consumer awareness of immunity increased exponentially in light of our fight against COVID. This led to the increased popularity of immune-boosting functional beverages such as probiotic concepts, herbs with anti-infection properties (e.g., ginger, curcumin and … [Read more...] about Nutrition top priority in beverage sector
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Targeted health benefits, multifunctionality bring opportunities
Health and nutrition have definitely been at the top of everyone’s minds for decades now, but have been pushed to the forefront in the last couple of years. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated this long-term trend, making consumers play a proactive role in their health as a whole. This encompasses the emphasis on self-care, and that looking after themselves and their overall well-being is of great importance. They are also seeing how nutrition plays a part in keeping themselves … [Read more...] about Targeted health benefits, multifunctionality bring opportunities
Kemin gets Health Canada approval for spearmint extract
Health Canada has approved the Neumentix™ Phenolic Complex K110-42, a spearmint extract manufactured by ingredients company Kemin. The Neumentix™ Phenolic Complex K110-42 contains proprietary phenolic complex that can support working memory, sustained attention and cognitive function, bringing more focus during the day and letting consumers sleep soundly at night. The antioxidant polyphenols promote new neuron growth and improve ability to learn and manage information. Adding in physical … [Read more...] about Kemin gets Health Canada approval for spearmint extract
