The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) has released a new Mind the Gap resource titled "Fighting Fit: Building Resilience Through Nutrition". In it are key findings developed by IADSA on the topic of resilience and the role immune health plays into building this. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) European policy framework, building resistance is "a key factor in protecting and promoting health and well-being." And the COVID-19 pandemic has … [Read more...] about Immune health through nutrition key to resilience, IADSA report says
Ingredients
Barchemy introduces allergen-free ingredients production line
US-based Barchemy has integrated a dedicated chocolate production line that is free from the top 12 food allergens. This comes as a result of the company’s 40,000 square foot expansion of its manufacturing plant based in Donora, PA. This manufacturing line will be free from gluten, dairy, egg, soy, peanut, tree nut, corn, coconut, fish, shellfish, sesame and mustard and will feature Kosher/Parve certification. Allergen-free products from this particular chain will be available by January 2, … [Read more...] about Barchemy introduces allergen-free ingredients production line
Creatus Biosciences to commercialize xylitol bioproduction
There is a growing demand for xylitol due to global campaigns that fight obesity and protect children’s oral health. This natural sweetener is a great replacement to high-fructose corn syrup and sugar. It features anti-microbial and anti-cavity properties, low glycemic levels and reduces overall calories of a food or beverage product. To meet the needs of the market, Canada-based Creatus Biosciences has signed a purchase agreement with Virdia to take charge of the end-to-end production of … [Read more...] about Creatus Biosciences to commercialize xylitol bioproduction
