Dairy-based ingredients

Nestlé held to account over infant formula inaction and using science as ‘marketing tool’

12-Apr-2019 By Will Chu

A report claims that Nestlé failed to act on criticisms of its baby milk formula products and their composition in an investigation that also accuses the food giants of inaction over previous vows.

Hot Right Now: China's health food crackdown, diet's influence on cancer risk, and new gut health developments

28-Mar-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Read about diet's influence on cancer and Alzheimer's risk, China's '100-day operation', and new innovations and research in the gut health space in this round-up of our top five trending stories on social media.

Danone’s facility outlay banking on baby allergy rise to fuel product demand

28-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

Danone has taken another step in realigning its company vision with the opening of a new €240m facility in the Netherlands that will primarily concentrate on specialised infant formula.

Beyond supplements: How are new encapsulation technologies driving innovation - WATCH

22-Mar-2019 By Nathan Gray

A combination of regulatory hurdles and growing consumer demand for more effective products means companies are looking for new ways to innovate with encapsulation technologies and delivery systems, say experts speaking to NutraIngredients.

ENCAPSULATION TECHNOLOGIES: BEYOND SUPPLEMENTS

Delivery by design: How can companies approach delivery systems more rationally?

22-Mar-2019 By Nathan Gray

While there has been an explosion in interest over colloidal delivery systems in recent years there has also been disconnect between primary research and commercialisation, says one expert who believes a novel ‘delivery by design’ approach could speed...

BMJ ceases breastmilk substitute ads as firms' ties come under increased scrutiny

20-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

The British Medical Journal (BMJ) is to stop carrying advertisements that feature breastmilk substitute products, costing the publication an estimated €350 000 (£300 000; $400 000) in 2020.

EFSA and ECDC: 'Infant formula the source behind latest Salmonella outbreak'

15-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

Infant formula products may be the source an outbreak of Salmonella Poona in France, Belgium and Luxembourg, according to the European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA).

DuPont partner with Lonza in HMO-focused infant nutrition venture

28-Feb-2019 By Will Chu

DuPont Nutrition & Health and Lonza Consumer Health & Nutrition are to join forces to manufacture and supply human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) in a deal that looks to meet rising demand in a €44bn global infant nutrition sector.

Glanbia finalizes acquisitions, wraps up 2018

25-Feb-2019 By Beth Newhart

Glanbia plc released its 2018 financials this week, revealing growing profits on the back of a few high-profile acquisitions. The nutritional ingredients and dairy business is dipping into the non-dairy sector and reorganizing its board of directors in...

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Serial entrepreneur battles sweet and sterile baby food with probiotic yoghurts

18-Feb-2019 By Nikki Cutler

A serial entrepreneur is on a mission to put an end to the cloaked industry of sweet and sterile baby food with his unsweetened prebiotic and probiotic yoghurt called Lovebugs.

DMK Group opens €145m baby food plant

10-Feb-2019 By Jim Cornall

The DMK Group, Germany’s biggest dairy cooperative, has officially opened its €145m ($164m) baby food production facility in Strückhausen in Wesermarsch.

Food confusion 'prevalent' in Europe, says Arla Foods

06-Feb-2019 By Nikki Cutler

The demand to live a healthier lifestyle is increasing, yet 4 in 5 people across Northern Europe do not know about the essential nutrients in their diet and where to get them, according to new research commissioned by Arla Foods.

Yakult debuts with zero-fat probiotic drink in Denmark

05-Feb-2019 By Tingmin Koe

Japanese probiotic firm Yakult recently debuted in Denmark, as it sought to expand its European business.

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RCPCH pulls infant formula firm sponsorship from upcoming conference

04-Feb-2019 By Will Chu

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) have agreed to suspend future funding agreements with formula milk companies pending a College review.

DSM receive EC backing in extending algae-derived omega-3 oil use

30-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

DSM have been granted an extension by the European Commission (EC) that permits the use of Schizochytrium sp. oil as a source of omega-3 fatty acid for use in foods that include supplements, infant and sports nutrition products.

Probiotic supplementation may alter structure of HMOs in breastmilk: Study

29-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

Long thought of as pre-determined, the composition of breastmilk appears to change according to the type of probiotic consumed by the mother-to-be, a JAMA study concludes.

Royal college under pressure to drop Nestlé and Danone infant formula sponsorship

24-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

Advocacy groups and charities have urged The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) to remove sponsorship from infant formula firms for its upcoming Middle East and North Africa conference.

Nestlé’s new Ireland R&D centre to focus on infant nutrition

23-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

Nestlé has announced its new global research centre in Ireland is to focus on developing innovations in milk-based maternal and infant nutrition products for the global market.

Researchers form startup to commercialise findings

Microbiome is ‘critical’ to food allergy responses - say researchers behind new milk allergy study

22-Jan-2019 By Nathan Gray

Gut microbes from healthy infants can block the development of milk allergy in mice, according to new data that suggests the microbiome is critical to food allergies, and that modifying our gut bacteria could be a way to fight it.

UAE bans formula ads in attempt to promote breastfeeding

21-Jan-2019 By Cheryl Tay

The UAE Cabinet has implemented a blanket ban on the advertising of infant formula and other infant nutrition products, including follow-up formula and complementary foods.

Yofix yoghurt alternative taps into clean label trend: ‘People are fed up with ingredients they don’t know’

18-Jan-2019 By Flora Southey

Yofix Probiotics uses a zero waste production method to make its clean-label, plant-based yoghurt alternative, which has launched in Israel.

Startup spearheads probiotic innovation with nutrient-rich vegan yogurt

18-Jan-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Trendsetting startup Yofix Probiotics Ltd., has launched a range of nutrient-rich dairy-free synbiotic yogurts offering an environmentally friendly way to boost the immune system.

Nutritionist's view: Veganuary gets a health check

16-Jan-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Veganism is very much in vogue this month as a record 300,000 people have signed up to Veganuary but what are the health impacts of shunning all things animal? Registered nutritionist Laura Clark gives her advice.

Peek Inside: Probiota 2019 - Copenhagen

Gut guidance: Microbiome-based dietary advice adds another string to personalisation bow

11-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

Diet-related advice based on an individual’s personal gut microbiome is only a matter of time with the ‘one-size-fits-all’ concept increasingly becoming outdated.

Further foray: Nestlé plans more A2 milk moves after launching world's first maternal milk powder

09-Jan-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Nestlé is furthering its foray into the A2 milk sector, having most recently launched the world's first A2 milk powder for mothers in China.

Baby milk allergy a ‘Trojan horse’ for formula firms to extend reach, expert claims

04-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

Babies’ allergy to cow’s milk protein (CMPA) may act as a ‘Trojan horse’ for the €44bn global formula industry, an expert says, as the condition may be help firms form relationships with the paediatric profession.

Worldwide diet deficiencies set to remain until 2050, research reveals

21-Dec-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Worldwide vitamin and mineral deficiencies will continue till 2050 unless nutritionally rich foods are made more available and affordable, according to new research led by University of Illinois,.

Could lactic acid bacteria added to dairy products reduce cholesterol?

20-Dec-2018 By Jim Cornall

Cholesterol-lowering activity is one of the most promising properties of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) with probiotic characteristics.

Fortification strategies boost 'Growing Up Milk' sales - despite health warnings

13-Dec-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Sales of Growing Up Milk are booming thanks to product fortification and shrewd marketing, research has revealed, despite repeated health warnings from the World Health Organisation (WHO).

In conversation with BASF: AI-driven peptide discovery bodes well for sports nutrition and beyond

05-Dec-2018 By Will Chu

PeptAIde, the world's first bioactive ingredient discovered and delivered through artificial intelligence (AI) is the culmination of a partnership between BASF and Nuritas formed back in January 2017.

Carbery ticks the protein and digestive health boxes with on-trend ingredient

29-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Carbery Food Ingredients has launched a fermented whey protein isolate (WPI) with prebiotic-promoting properties to tap into interest in the gut microbiome.

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Carbery wheys in with new Bifipro fermented dairy ingredients

28-Nov-2018 By Anthony Myers

Leading global manufacturer of specialty and nutritional dairy ingredients, flavors and cheeses, launches WPI product for energy bars at Health Ingredients Europe.

Muller discovers specific yogurt strains to enhance health mission

21-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Dairy giant Müller has discovered a specific combination of yogurt strains that creates less sour tasting products.

FrieslandCampina’s GOS may shore up ‘leaky gut’ in the obese, study finds

20-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

An ingredient used in infant formula may support the intestinal barrier in preventing harmful compounds from entering the bloodstream by increasing beneficial bacteria numbers in the gut.

WATCH - Danone Nutricia: 'Some stakeholders don't appreciate highly regulated formula industry'

19-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

Danone Nutricia says it is committed to a new Code of Practice encouraging responsible infant formula marketing and transparency in what is already a highly regulated industry, in which it believes ‘is not appreciated by some stakeholders’.

Industry group urges open debate on JRC baby food report

13-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

Specialised Nutrition Europe (SNE) has called for an ‘open and science-based discussion’ in response to new EU requirements regarding processed cereal-based food (PCBF) and baby food.

Protein Extreme: Arla debuts new protein shot concept

12-Nov-2018 By Beth Newhart

Arla Foods Ingredients has developed a new protein shot concept consisting of whey protein for ‘athletes and gym-goers’. It debuted the idea at the Supply Side West show in Las Vegas last week to beverage manufacturers.

Danone and Nestlé commit to UK infant formula Code of Practice

06-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

Infant formula milk manufacturers in the UK have signed up to a new Code of Practice designed to encourage responsible marketing and transparency as well as issues on product quality and safety.

Probiota Asia 2018

WATCH — 'A daunting task': IPA chief on the challenges of commercialising a global probiotic product

06-Nov-2018 By Gary Scattergood

Companies seeking to commercialise a probiotic product across the globe face a 'daunting task', which is why trade association the International Probitics Association (IPA) is vowing not to let up in its efforts to achieve a more consistent...

Regulatory round up: Cranberry extract, bovine protein & shrimp peptide make cut

05-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

The European Commission (EC) rounds off this month with a few additions to the Novel Food register as a cranberry extract, bovine whey protein and shrimp peptide all make the cut.

Eight reasons we need to stop focusing on nutrients – and what this means for processed food makers

31-Oct-2018 By Niamh Michail

The rise of nutritionalism – focusing on nutrient content rather than the whole food – has created a ‘nutritional cacophony’ that leaves people confused. Nutritionist Bernard Lavallée explains how manufacturers can create healthy processed foods.

Online sales of dairy products slows in China, growth mainly fuelled by infant milk powder and liquid milk

29-Oct-2018 By Tingmin Koe

Online sales of dairy products on China's e-commerce platforms grew at a YoY rate of 45.2% in Q1 2018 — the lowest since Q1 2016, according to analysis carried out by China research company Syntun.

LISTEN NOW: Health claims, startups, and dairy for diabetes - The Nutra News Review

19-Oct-2018 By Nathan Gray

It's not easy to keep up with the fast pace of the news, but the weekly nutra news review is your best shot. Our editors run down their weekly news highlights - giving you the inside track on the top news and analysis from the last seven days.

Dairy fat consumption linked to lower diabetes risk: Meta-analysis

19-Oct-2018 By Nathan Gray

High levels of markers of dairy fat consumption may be linked to a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a new analysis of more than 16 previous studies suggests.

Danone growth slows in Q3 due to Morocco and China issues

18-Oct-2018 By Jim Cornall

For the three months ending September 30, 2018, Danone has announced consolidated sales of €6.2bn, up 1.4% on a like-for-like basis, with a 3.3% rise in value and a 1.9% decline in volume.

EFSA set open data call deadline for infant formula food additives

17-Oct-2018 By Will Chu

The European Food and Safety Authority (EFSA) has set a number of deadlines to register interest and submit data for a range of common food additives found in infant formula products and foods.

Nestlé gearing up to compete with a2 Milk with impending formula launch in Australia, NZ

17-Oct-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Nestlé is launching a A2 beta-casein protein infant formula product in Australia and New Zealand within the next two months, competing directly with first-mover a2 Milk.

Study: Whey helps older subjects recover from muscle loss, but collagen does not

12-Oct-2018 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found that whey protein supports the recovery from muscle loss among elderly subjects better than do collagen peptides. But neither protein helped prevent the muscle loss in the first place.

Jennewein Biotechnologie’s facility acquisition looks to expand HMO production

10-Oct-2018 By Will Chu

Jennewein Biotechnologie is to acquire the former facilities of Arthus Mineral Spring Company, in a deal set to ramp up the company's production of oligosaccharides derived from human milk (HMO).

OCU questions the need for the over 50s to consume nutrient-enriched milk

10-Oct-2018 By Will Chu

The Organisation of Consumers and Users (OCU) has questioned statements that direct people over 50 to a specific nutrient-enriched milk that is 30% more expensive than skimmed milk.