News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology
SNACKEX 2013: FROM THE FLOOR
Claims like low sodium, low fat and low calorie on snacks are decreasing which seems counterintuitive given action is being taken by manufacturers, said the director of innovation and insights at Mintel.
RESEARCHER aims to replicate ATTENTION-GRABBING RESULTS
A preliminary study in the US assessing the efficacy of 5-Hour Energy found that the energy shot did not ‘significantly improve’ brain activity and reaction times versus plain water with added caffeine.
US animal welfare campaigners have attacked online retailer Amazon over its decision to sell foie gras.
Kellogg has developed new snacks in the US under its Cheez-It, Pringles and Kashi brands inspired by on-trend ethnic and bold flavors, it says.
Quinoa’s relatively high price compared to staple grains may restrict consumption to health-conscious consumers in high-income countries for now – but it could play an important role in food security in the long term, according to the FAO.
Natural & Clean Label Trends 2013
If you’re looking for a natural red food color, carmine can deliver. It’s vibrant, but stable, and prices have recently returned from the stratosphere after hikes in 2010/11. The only problem is that it’s made from crushed insects, and once they find...
Gourmet nut butters, pea protein, purple corn, yogurt for men and more chewy drinks? Sterling-Rice Group identifies the top 10 natural and organic food trends that are starting to influence the mainstream grocery market.