Taking a nano-dietary supplement 30 minutes prior to consuming a high-fat and high-sugar meal significantly reduces fat and sugar absorption in the body, according to a new study published in the journal PLoS One. ...More
New research from the University of Granada suggests goat milk can be considered natural functional food because it has many nutrients that make it similar to human milk. ...More
Consumers don’t get enough dietary fiber, so formulators are designing more foods fortified with fiber-rich ingredients—many of which have a near-invisible presence in products. ...More
Today’s dairy-based beverages—from smoothies to probiotic shots—are dressed up with appealing nutrients, healthful bacteria, colors, flavors and more, making formulation much more complex. ...More
The American market for digestive-health ingredients is currently valued at $265.9 million and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13.2 through 2015, increasing in value to a projected $495.3 million. ...More
Probiotic applications are migrating from the ubiquitous yogurt products to sweeter frozen treats that combine health and indulgence. Here’s how to ensure the end result is viable—and delicious. ...More
The potential for using specially formulated foods to foster highly beneficial microbial environments in our bodies—and investigations into the depth to which microbial populations may impact our overall health—holds great promise. ...More
Women’s dedication to maintaining vim, vigor and vitality through the golden years has opened the door for a new generation of food and beverage innovations. ...More