Ingredient Trends

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Product Development

Our R&D Survey Finds Product Developers Swinging for the Fences

June 25, 2024
With three trying years behind them, product development teams are focusing on “really new” products, according to our 53rd Annual R&D Survey, and they appear to have the money...
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Ingredients

Finding Natural Color Replacements for Red No.3, Titanium Dioxide

Feb. 8, 2024
With red dye No. 3 and titanium dioxide facing possible bans, there are substitutes for these popular color additives.
Product Development

Precision Fermentation Comes Into its Own

It took 40-plus-years for this food and pharmaceutical technology to become an overnight sensation for product development.
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Plant Protein

Emerging Proteins Are Trying to Unseat Soy

Sept. 27, 2023
Protein ingredients from new sources that have been talked about for years are now in the marketplace.
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Sweetening Solutions

Sweetener Development Pushes Past the Headlines

Sept. 5, 2023
Product developers’ search for the perfect sugar substitute goes on, and many were on display at this year’s Institute of Food Technologists’ IFT FIRST expo in July.
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Alternative Protein

How Safe Are Plant-Based Proteins?

May 4, 2023
These alternative proteins may be better for animals and the environment, but are they good for your body?
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Fibers, Flours, Grains, Rice

Product Focus: Ancient Grains’ Continued Growth

Oct. 18, 2017
Food manufacturers have gotten creative with these whole grains, many of which allow for gluten-free product development.
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Study Finds 12 Percent Drop in Sodium Consumption

June 8, 2017
JAMA report confirms food processors did reduce salt 2000-2014, especially condiments and salty snacks, but more needs to be done.
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Fortifications and Minerals

Healthy, 'Well'thy and Wise Foods for Women

June 1, 2017
There are many nutritious guardians besides calcium and vitamin D available for women's health issues. The right foods and ingredients can enhance fitness and curb menopausal ...
Business Strategies

Campbell Soup Invests in Online Meal Service, Chef’d

May 25, 2017
Chef’d, a leading online meal store, provides an innovative platform that advances Campbell’s e-commerce capabilities.