| | News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology | 02-Feb-2024 |
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| SPONSORED MESSAGE | | Taking action towards food systems transformation | Food canât be phased out. But food systems can be transformed to ensure they are more secure, resilient, and sustainable. As part of our journey to support this transformation, we have set measurable targets tied to our four pathways for change... click here |
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| | | | | | | Bee study reveals environmental vulnerability and food production threat | Research revealing beesâ ability to synthesise specific nutrients, to support the colonisation of their gut bacteria, offers insights into the symbiotic relationship they have with their gut microbiota. But changes to their habitat is placing this delicate relationship, and potentially the link between our greatest pollinators and food production, in danger.... Read more |
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| | | How do 'norms perceptions' relate to meat consumption habits? | Norm perceptions â what one perceives as ânormalâ â differs between both individuals and groups of consumers, including when it comes to meat consumption. Oneâs meat consumption habits can affect these perceptions. A new study explores how different groups of consumers perceive norms around meat consumption.... Read more |
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| | | NPD Trend Tracker: From blank drinks cans to regenerative agriculture bread | In this week's NPD Trend Tracker, we have a range of bread made with regenerative agriculture-derived flour. We also have desserts, Valentine's Day doughnuts, a new range of fully loaded brownie tray bakes, and a new version of that classic snack, the pork scratching. Finally, one brand is introducing 'blank' cans to help drinks producers streamline their supply chains.... See more |
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| UPCOMING EDITORIAL WEBINARS | Reformulation & fortification: Changing trends in healthier foods | âUnhealthyâ foods are in the spotlight, with shoppers wanting better-for-you alternatives. With these same consumers unwilling to compromise on taste, food manufacturers have a challenge on their hands: how can âbaddiesâ best be removed, and beneficial ingredients added, with positive nutrition in mind? |
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| Plant-based under the Microscope | The plant-based market has boomed in the last decade, with projections it will double in value by 2030. But a recent dramatic slowdown suggests the category is not hitting the mark with shoppers. With health a major driver behind decisions to reduce meat and dairy... |
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| Food as Medicine | Todayâs consumers are not turning to food and drink for energy alone. A more nuanced understanding of the relationship between diet and health is coming to shape consumer attitudes to food. So which ingredients offer greatest potential in health and wellness? We ask how the... |
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| Personalised Nutrition: Tapping into data for healthier diets | Developments in personalised nutrition â whereby individualised dietary advice is offered based on genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors â continue apace. The market is forecast to grow to over $16bn by 2027. From measuring blood-sugar responses to microbiome diversity, how is this novel sector expected... |
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| Food for Kids | Europe continues to struggle with high levels of childhood obesity. But as understanding around the importance of early years nutrition grows, so too does the opportunity for manufacturers to meet demands for health and functionality. How can industry best support carers and babies in the... |
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| Free-From | The free-from category is changing shape as more and more people follow restricted diets. These days consumers are not only turning away from common allergens gluten and shellfish, but also other widely used ingredients from soy to nuts and dairy. As an increasing number of... |
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| | | | | Protein, collagen, non-UPF: Bone broth as a functional food | Broth has been used for centuries as a component of traditional meals such as soups and stews. But many consumers are now attracted to it for a different reason â it has a range of health benefits, and is non-UPF (ultra-processed food). Startup Freja produces bone broth with a strong focus on its appeal as a functional food.... Read more |
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| | Mars completes takeover of Hotel Chocolat | Mars has announced that it has completed the acquisition of Hotel Chocolat, a UK premium chocolate brands, after ConfectioneryNews reported in November 2023, that the company had reached agreement with Hotel Chocolatâs Board on the terms of the acquisition, subject to Hotel Chocolat shareholder and regulatory approvals.... Read more |
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