Probiotics developers push boundaries of product categories
Probiotic supplements are widely promoted as a general way to support gut microbiome and promote health, but what about condition-specific probiotics?
Archives for June 4, 2020
Fermented foods: How many lactic acid bacteria actually reach the gut?
Fermented foods are a rich source of lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which are potentially probiotic. But when such foods are consumed, how many LAB become part of the microbiome?
Foods to improve mental wellbeing ‘may prove recession proof’
Functional food and beverages that are seen to improve mental health could be set to be a ‘recession proof’ sector, claims market researcher MMR. It says its new data highlights innovation opportunities as consumers seek new strategies to manage their...
FrieslandCampina Ingredients launches Biotis health and wellness ingredients
FrieslandCampina Ingredients has announced the launch of Biotis - a new range of health benefit solutions aimed at supporting health and wellness throughout all life stages.
Comment Piece
Has sports nutrition lost its protein bar?
The dilemma seemed to develop quite suddenly. I was writing an article on trends in the sports nutrition category and I found myself unsure what new product developments I should, or could, include in the piece.
EHPM: ‘Plant claims regulation must prioritise choice, consumers and harmonisation.’
Facilitating informed choice, consumer protection and market harmonisation are the priority, says an industry group in response to a document evaluating claims made on plants and their preparations.
PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Industry Movers: Firmenich, Algaia and Cambridge Commodities
The nutrition industry has seen a wave of appointments and departures at ingredients suppliers, manufactures and producers. NutraIngredients presents a round up of the key moves in the EMEA region.