Magnesium

Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the body and is important for bone, immune and heart health. Foods that are sources of magnesium are green leafy vegetables, beans, peas, nuts, seeds and whole, unrefined grains. This topic addresses magnesium as it relates to food science (i.e., health benefits, current research, magnesium absorption, nutritional information, new ingredients, etc.) and discusses magnesium fortification of foods and beverages with compounds such as magnesium citrates and oxides.

Nutrient-Rich Mangos May Fight Off Breast Cancer

Individuals who regularly eat mangos have a better overall diet rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals compared to non-mango consumers, according to new research presented at the Experimental Biology 2012 annual meeting. The findings also suggest the phytochemicals found in ...More
April 24, 2012
Posted in News, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Planters Teams With Men’s Health to Launch Snack Mix

Formulating food and beverages to address specific dietary needs or target a specific demographic is nothing new, but the folks at Kraft Foods Planters brand definitely thought outside when it teamed up with Men's Health magazine to create Planters NUT-rition Men's Health ...More
April 18, 2012
Posted in News
Slide Show: Bone and Joint Nutrients

One way to maintain strong bones and flexible joints is through proper nutrition. ...More
February 23, 2012
Posted in Galleries
Dairy Alternative Beverage Sector Hits $1.33 Billion

Consumer concern for health issues, including lactose intolerance, milk allergy and the genetic disorder phenylketonuria (PKU), are driving the market for dairy alternative beverages like soy milk, almond milk, rice milk and other plant milks, which reached $1.33 billion in ...More
January 20, 2012
Posted in News
Magnesium-Rich Diet Lowers Stroke Risk

Consuming a diet high in magnesium-rich foods, such as green leafy vegetables, beans and seeds, may reduce the risk of ischemic stroke by 8%, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. ...More
January 17, 2012
Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
Recapping 2011’s Top Dairy Research

The role of dairy intake in reducing the prevalence of health conditions like obesity, metabolic syndrome and heart disease is central to the Dairy Research Institute research initiatives, which saw several advances in work in 2011, as more and more research identified the ...More
January 17, 2012
Posted in News, Nutraceuticals
Innophos Acquires Kelatron for $21 Million

Innophos Holdings, Inc., a producer of specialty phosphate products for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, oral care and industrial end markets, has acquired bioactive mineral nutrients maker Kelatron Corporation for $21 million in stock. ...More
November 3, 2011
Posted in News, Bakery / Cereal, Nutraceuticals
100% OJ Boosts Kids' Nutrient Intake

Children who drink 100% orange juice on a regular basis have higher nutrient adequacy and diet quality than kids who don't power up on OJ every morning, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrition Research. ...More
October 31, 2011
Posted in News, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Presenting Nutrient Premixes

Manufacturers are turning to premixes as a convenient, consistent way to incorporate functional ingredients into their products. ...More
September 26, 2011
Posted in Articles, Bakery / Cereal, Fiber, Nutraceuticals
Flavorful Sodium-Reduced Foods

Keeping sodium content low is a priority for most food designers. Salt replacers, flavor enhancers and a host of other tools can ensure low sodium maintains high satisfaction. ...More
August 26, 2011
Posted in Articles, Flavor, Sauces / Gravies / Soup