Dairy-based ingredients

Food Ingredients Europe 2023: Key themes

06-Dec-2023 By Nikki Hancocks and Olivia Haslam

Cognitive health, digestion+, beauty-from-within and women's health were some of the key health themes that emerged from Food Ingredients Europe, in Frankfurt, last week (Nov 28-30).

UK competition authority to investigate infant formula market

05-Dec-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The competition watchdog will examine what influences consumer choice and what barriers exist for manufacturers to enter the ‘high concentrated’ market.

Industry responds to revised standards for follow-up formula

04-Dec-2023 By Olivia Brown

The industry has celebrated the revision of the Codex Standard for Follow-up Formula which brings tighter standards into place, but a baby milk action group questions the allowance of additives and sweet flavours.

Dairy protein innovation at FiE 2023: From heat-stable whey to clear protein shakes

30-Nov-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

As Food Ingredients Europe 2023 took place in Frankfurt, Germany, DairyReporter caught up with Arla Foods Ingredients and FrieslandCampina Ingredients to see how each company is advancing protein innovation.

‘We are open and looking wide’: Senior VP of Valio R&D talks market opportunities and empowering small-batch infant formula makers

21-Nov-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

DairyReporter speaks to Harri Kallioinen, senior vice-president of the R&D arm of Finnish dairy group Valio, on the company's new dry blend-optimized solution and what market opportunities exist beyond the realms of infant nutrition.

The NutraIngredients Awards celebrate a decade of industry honours

16-Nov-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards will be back with a bang in 2024 as we celebrate our 10th year honouring the best and brightest in ingredients, products, companies, people, and projects across the dietary supplements industry.

Bovine colostrum reduces inflammation markers in footballers

15-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Bovine colostrum (BC) supplementation could strengthen immune system and maintain training continuity in footballers, a new study has concluded.

Limosilactobacillus vaginalis offers postbiotic strategy for compromised microbiota in infants

01-Nov-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Supplementation with heat-killed microbes of vaginal origin could help to nurture a healthy gut microbiota in infants, a new study has concluded.

Study: Nutrient dense formula could improve cognition and behaviour in infants

31-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Nutritional supplementation could support developmental myelination, a critical process in learning and development, in growing infants and young children, according to a new industry funded study.

Probiotic shows promise for reducing frequency of common cold symptoms

26-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Susceptibility to common cold symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and sore throat, could be reduced by supplementing with probiotic LAB strain Lactobacillus paragasseri SBT2055 (LG2055), particularly in people with weakened immunity, a new study has...

FrieslandCampina Ingredients doubles production of whey protein isolate and MFGM

20-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

FrieslandCampina Ingredients, the diary company focused on nutrition solutions, has announced a significant expansion of its production capacity for whey protein isolate and milk fat globule membrane (MFGM).

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Nestlé baby formula factory closure puts 500 jobs at risk

20-Oct-2023 By Gwen Ridler

Food giant Nestlé has announced plans to close its Irish baby formula factory, threatening the jobs of more than 500 people with the risk of redundancy.

FrieslandCampina launches "Step Up Nutrition" portfolio to support children as they grow

02-Oct-2023 By Olivia Haslam

FrieslandCampina Ingredients is launching a "Step Up Nutrition" portfolio aimed at improving growth and development, immunity, cognitive development, mental health, and gut health in children aged three to twelve.

Headline news roundup: September 2023

29-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

From WHO fighting infant formula marketing to enhanced botanical bioavailability with fermentation, September’s news roundup covers the latest developments in health, nutrition, and regulatory changes.

WHO AI tool to clampdown on infant formula marketing

20-Sep-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe is calling on consumers to use its newly developed artificial intelligence (AI) tool in order to clampdown and regulate the promotion of harmful products targeted at children.

Maolac NPD: Gut support and anti-inflammatory activity targeted with AI and breastmilk

05-Sep-2023 By Flora Southey

Israeli start-up Maolac is launching two new products made from biofunctional proteins in breastmilk (sourced from colostrum) that can be used in functional beverages, sports bars and smoothies.

Adding ‘complex component’ of milk to infant formula confers long-term cognitive benefits

04-Sep-2023 By Oliver Morrison

New research into milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) suggests early exposure to these nutritional components contribute to the long-term structure and function of the brain.

Boots' infant formula faux pas amidst debate over UK advertising regulations

01-Sep-2023 By Olivia Haslam

The ASA has ruled online advertisements promoting infant formula products from Boots violated a UK advertising code aimed at safeguarding breastfeeding, at a time when a retail giant is calling for amendments to regulation.

Precision nutrition report concludes "We know next to nothing"

29-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The hype around precision nutrition far outweighs our scientific evidence and knowledge, according to a new report by experts in the field.

Qina reveals top 10 trends in personalised nutrition

25-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Personalised nutrition experts at the Qina consultancy have revealed a top tends report, unveiling a ChatGPT take-over, a merging of food and pharma, an entrance of big tech firms, and new abilities created by at-home blood draws.

Bovine colostrum supplement may enhance immunity in children

22-Aug-2023 By Olivia Brown

A new RCT suggests that following a six-week period of bovine colostrum supplementation, the frequency and gravity of upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) symptoms significantly reduced in pre-school aged children.

Arla Foods Ingredients achieves Non-GMO Project verification

11-Aug-2023 By Asia Sherman

Danish company Arla Foods Ingredients has received its first Non-GMO Project Verified seal for its native milk protein MicelPure.

Novozymes and Arla Foods Ingredients partner to develop ingredients with precision fermentation

10-Aug-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Novozymes and Arla Foods Ingredients have partnered to develop advanced protein ingredients using precision fermentation, with a focus on solutions for disease-specific medical nutrition.

Infant formula industry fights back at ‘misleading’ Lancet papers: ‘Advertising is not the main factor limiting breastfeeding’

04-Aug-2023 By Flora Southey

A series of papers on breastfeeding, published in The Lancet this year, gives the misleading impression that infant formula advertising is the main factor limiting breastfeeding, argues implicated trade associations.

Casein speeds up wound healing – study

03-Aug-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The milk protein’s antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties were put to the test by researchers, who discovered that wounds healed quicker when wrapped in casein-soaked bandages.

"The future is here": AI tool develops scientifically-sound supplements at speed

03-Aug-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

A new AI powered tool has been developed to allow researchers to process insights into thousands of diseases, gene associations, and ingredient interactions, to develop efficacious nutraceutical solutions.

PODCAST: How to streamline global expansion through Amazon

31-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Lee Gray, from Rubicon Bridge, says with their automated regulatory compliance tool there is no excuse for not tapping into the huge potential of Amazon.

Review assesses ergogenic effects of supplements in elite soccer players

25-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

More well-designed research with elite soccer players is needed to improve support and advice regarding the use of dietary supplements for athletic performance enhancement, a literature review concludes.

Danone prepared to ‘protect its rights’ after Putin takes control of Russian subsidiary

20-Jul-2023 By Flora Southey

Russian authorities have placed Danone’s Russian subsidiary under ‘temporary external administration’. Baltika Breweries, in which Carslberg owns a stake, is now also under Putin’s control.

Arla and H&H partner in infant nutrition research with APC Microbiome Ireland

19-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Arla Foods Ingredients has partnered with experts at the health and nutrition firm Health and Happiness Group (H&H) and researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland to collaborate on a project focused on diet for early-life cognitive development.

Nestlé enzyme tech cuts sugars intrinsically present in malt, milk and fruit juice

18-Jul-2023 By Flora Southey

The enzymatic process reduces sugar without needing to add sweeteners or bulking agents to replace its volume.

'Ground-breaking' Nordic Nutrition Recommendations spotlight overlooked nutrients

12-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The newly updated Nordic Nutrition Recommendations, set to assist countries around the globe in creating nutrition guidance to benefit people and the planet, includes eight previously overlooked nutrients and increased recommendations by more than 20%...

China CBEC phenomenon: Tmall Global on overcoming supplements supply chain woes as products hit peak popularity

11-Jul-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Overseas supplements sold into China via cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) can get popular easily, but supply chain pain points are making it difficult for brands to replenish their goods in time, says the head of Tmall Global.

Milk formula shown to improve nutrient intake in picky eaters – Abbott 90-day trial

10-Jul-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Consuming oral nutritional supplements rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and fructo-oligosaccharide (FOS) has shown to improve nutrient intake in children who are picky eaters, as compared to those who only received dietary counselling, a 90-day Abbott...

How can the early life nutrition industry appease a new generation of parents?

07-Jul-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

From improving sustainability and nutritional value of products to anticipating technological changes, there are plenty of challenges ahead for the early life nutrition sector as it faces its toughest customers yet. FrieslandCampina Ingredients'...

Nutrition shake with EPA and BCAA shows muscle mass and strength benefits in elderly

07-Jul-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Consuming a complete nutrition drink fortified with EPA and BCAA for three weeks may increase muscle mass and strength in elderly with inadequate protein intake, according to a new randomised blinded placebo-controlled trial.

Low dairy consumption linked to increased rate of child stunting - research

03-Jul-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The study's findings provide compelling arguments for policymakers, public health officials and nutrition experts to prioritize context-specific dairy development strategies that rely on the right mix of local dairy sector interventions and more...

Ice cream from algae? Sophie’s BioNutrients’ chlorella-based ice cream claims to boast more B12 than dairy

29-Jun-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Microalgae cultivation as a topic may be more apt for the biofuel industry, but scientific research has shown that these microscopic organisms can also be utilized as a sustainable food source.

Plant-based trends not slowing down: Danone ANZ develops dairy and plant milk blend for infants and toddlers

27-Jun-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Danone has launched a dairy and plant milk powder blend designed for infants and toddlers in Australia and New Zealand – the first of its kind that the firm has introduced in Asia Pacific.

Plant power: Could hybrid dairy offer the best of both worlds?

20-Jun-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

A study that compared the nutritional properties of dairy and plant-based yogurts sold in the US has found that almond- and oat-based alternatives were ‘similar or better’ than dairy yogurts - but there's room for innovation in bridging the nutritional...

Fonterra wants to ‘play more boldly’ in the nutrition science space, launches new venture arm

19-Jun-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

The newly-formed nutrition science venture arm will enable the co-op to explore fresh value streams – and it’s already made its first investment.

China proposes stricter protein requirements for milk powder products targeted at older children and adults

06-Jun-2023 By Tingmin Koe

Chinese authorities have proposed stricter protein requirements for milk and formulated milk powder products designed for children, adults, and the elderly.

Free webinar: A look at dairy innovations, from precision fermentation to functional ingredients

23-May-2023 By Teodora Lyubomirova

Join us on June 1, 2023 for a 60-minute webinar discussing innovation across the dairy and dairy alternatives space – from functional to plant-based and precision fermentation dairy – and a policy overview on sugar reduction.

NutraIngredients Awards 2023 winners revealed

03-May-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

The NutraIngredients Awards 2023 winners were revealed yesterday, Wednesday May 3rd, during an online ceremony.

Danone targets adult gamers with move towards the metaverse: ‘It’s something of a test and learn’

12-Apr-2023 By Flora Southey

Probiotic drinking yoghurt brand Actimel is making preliminary steps towards the metaverse with the launch of an in-game marketing campaign via Fortnite. “It’s a first of its kind for Actimel in raising awareness of the brand with a difference audience,”...

How to critically inspect a study report?

08-Mar-2023 By Nikki Hancocks

Reading scientific study reports is part and parcel of working in this industry but many have not come from a scientific background, making it difficult to confidently read reports and critically analyse how robust and impactful findings really are. This...

Study: α-lac-enriched or CGMP-reduced low-protein formulas offer closer profile to breastmilk

22-Feb-2023 By Olivia Haslam

Infants fed low-protein formulas which are α-lac-enriched or casein glycomacropeptide-reduced can achieve weight gain and metabolic profiles closer to that of breastfed (BF) infants, new Arla Foods Ingredients-funded research concludes.

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