Fibres & carbohydrates

IAAF statement on optimising sports nutrition points to a ‘food first philosophy’

23-Apr-2019 By Will Chu

The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) releases its consensus statement on sports nutrition for athletes that preaches a food first philosophy as well as a personalised approach.

Mexican study suggests potential prebiotic activity of mango peel

22-Apr-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Mango peel may selectively boost the growth of beneficial bacteria, and open up opportunities to use the waste material as a prebiotic ingredient, suggests a new study from Mexico.

From the editor’s desk:

Are proprietary blends useful tools, or the bane of the industry?

19-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

The move toward transparency can run up against competitive concerns when it comes to blends. Participants at a recent botanicals conference had taken to referring to proprietary blends as the ‘bane of the industry.’

Opportunity or threat? The dangers of mass market sports nutrition

17-Apr-2019 By Nikki Cutler

As sports nutrition becomes increasingly of interest to mainstream consumers, is this all one great opportunity for brands or is this mass orientation diluting the messages and alienating the core consumers?

Winemaking byproduct has potential for fiber fortification, says new study from Brazil

16-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

An extract of grape pomace, a solid byproduct of winemaking, has a “promising application [as an] antioxidant dietary fiber ingredient,” report researchers from Brazil.

Editor's Spotlight: Video Diary

WATCH: Sports nutrition brands reveal the top trends and their innovations

10-Apr-2019 By Nikki Cutler

The mass market is showing a strong interest in sports nutrition that offers soft textured and lower calorie protein bars, indulgent-tasting treats, BCAA’s, high fibre and new formats made for baking.

Protein and fermentable fibre for gut health: The 'critical unanswered questions' in undernutrition

09-Apr-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Increasing the consumption of fermentable carbohydrates and protein to improve gut function may be the answer to boosting nutritional health and cutting malnourishment around the world, according to academics from Imperial College London.

Consumers interpret nutrition and health claims differently to regulators, says study

08-Apr-2019 By Will Chu

UK, German, Spanish and Dutch consumers appear unable to differentiate between a nutrition claim and a health claim in a study that calls for improvements in communicating the benefits of healthier food choices.

Beyond fat and sugar: Diets low in whole grains, fruit and nuts associated with 1 in 5 deaths

05-Apr-2019 By Flora Southey

A suboptimal diet lacking in whole grains, fruit, nuts and seeds, vegetables and omega-3 fatty acids is responsible for more deaths than any other risk factors globally, according to findings published in The Lancet.

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.

Lonza and DuPont Nutrition patents provide possible gut and skin health enhancements

28-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

International patents filed by Lonza and DuPont Nutrition hint at future supplement products for the gut and skin as the two multinationals detail the use of collagen, vitamin B and a fibre blend that targets each microbiome community.

Algaia undergoes shareholding restructure with Sapec purchase

26-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

French seaweed and algae specialist Algaia has announced that agro business Sapec has purchased 31% of the firm’s shares from venture capitalists Demeter and Cap Decisif.

Getting the ‘fiber’ definition helpful but not a panacea for putting word out about prebiotic benefits

25-Mar-2019 By Hank Schultz

Prebiotics that have been classified as dietary fibers still have work to do to educate consumers on their benefits, a supplier says.

'Failing fast is not enough, it's about fixing fast': Graze's tech approach speeds innovation

22-Mar-2019 By Katy Askew

Healthy snacking brand Graze launches a new product every two days, according to head of category development Penny Mackintosh. The group’s agility reflects its close relationship with consumers - and their data.

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...

60-second interview: Koen Burghouts, Global VP, nutrition group at PepsiCo

PepsiCo VP talks oatmilk, fiber, and why Quaker opted for the term 'oat beverage'

21-Mar-2019 By Elaine Watson

While a flurry of brands have piled into the oatmilk category of late, Quaker is seeking to carve a unique position in the category with a product that delivers the creamy texture and performance that consumers have come to expect, but also offers unique...

SCFA-production: Study assesses prebiotic influence on microbiome

14-Mar-2019 By Nikki Cutler

A new study into microbiome responses has shown how different fermentable fibres provide varying benefits to the gut health of different individuals.

FAO and GAIN appeal to private sector in nutrition-boosting partnership

14-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) have detailed a new partnership that aims to increase developing countries’ access to nutritious food.

EASO on board in AI-powered personalised nutrition project

13-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

The European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) has become the latest member of an EU-funded project that looks to harness Artificial Intelligence (AI) to develop personalised nutrition concepts.

Not so Special K: ASA bans Kellogg’s ad over folic acid claims

05-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

Kellogg’s has fallen foul of the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) after television advertisements of its Special K product were banned for exaggerating folic acid health claims.

Data visualisation tool translates policy into action

04-Mar-2019 By Will Chu

Translating policy into action to improve nutrition is proving a struggle for some countries, according to new data, which clarify gaps in food fortification coverage as well as availability and intake.

Sneaky sports nutrition: New 'energy spray' coats the mouth and tricks the mind

27-Feb-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Israeli manufacturer Matok V’Kal Ltd. has created a new category for the on-the-go sports nutrition sector with a low-calorie spray which coats the mouth in carbohydrates and tricks the mind into thinking the body has had a boost of energy.

No adverse effects: Sweetener review suggests no gut health link

27-Feb-2019 By Will Chu

Two European studies both conclude that low calorie sweeteners are safe at currently approved levels backed by all major international food safety and health regulatory authorities.

Fermented soluble wheat fibre found to possess high prebiotic potential: Study

26-Feb-2019 By Will Chu

Subjecting wheat arabinogalactan-peptide (AGP) to the fermentation process results in significantly higher prebiotic activity that could boost proportions of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

Diets in decline: Vitamin and nutrient deficiencies on the rise

07-Feb-2019 By Nikki Cutler

Intakes of most vitamins and minerals have taken a nosedive since 2008, leading to an increase in deficiencies of key nutrients including vitamin A, fibre and iron, according to the UK’s latest National Diet and Nutrition Survey.

Konjac glucomannan may improve symptoms of fatty liver, new study suggests

04-Feb-2019 By Adi Menayang

A recently published study on rats sheds light on the potential liver health benefits of glucomannans from konjac, a plant native to Asia.

Review finds no evidence of artificial sweeteners’ negative effects on gut health

23-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

No clear evidence exists of any adverse effects of low- / no-calorie sweeteners (LNCS) on the gut microbiota at doses relevant to human use, an in-depth review concludes.

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.

A ‘bran’ new natural preservative? Researchers see potential in grain antioxidant

11-Jan-2019 By Katy Askew

A natural antioxidant found in grain bran could act as a food preservative that also helps to reduce food waste by utilising what is currently a production side stream, researchers suggest.

Review reiterates fibre’s prebiotic benefits in warding off stroke and diabetes

11-Jan-2019 By Will Chu

A Lancet review links high intake of fibre and whole grains with a reduced risk of stroke, type 2 diabetes and colorectal cancer in research that highlights missed fibre targets of populations worldwide.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Cereal success: Pioneering prebiotic-packed breakfast brand hopes to fill the fibre gap

07-Jan-2019 By Nikki Cutler

A mum and dad concerned for their family’s health have built an ethics-led brand devoted to boosting gut health through fibre-full foods.

Researchers link β-fructan supplementation with digestion benefits in new review

07-Jan-2019 By Adi Menayang

Looking at the body of published studies on β-fructan’s potential effects on human digestion, researchers from France and the Netherlands reveal a positive correlation.

Put a pin in it: The chart topping health tips shared on social media

03-Jan-2019 By Nikki Cutler

“Self care” is the big theme in health and wellness for 2019, according to the global idea-sharing app Pinterest, with eating trends that show scientific research is capturing the interest of the masses.

What will be big in 2019? NutraIngredients predicts top industry drivers

21-Dec-2018 By Nathan Gray, Nikki Cutler & Will Chu

As we boldly begin our march into 2019, it’s time for the NutraIngredients editors to get out our crystal balls and predict the hottest trends in the European health and wellness space for the year ahead. What’s in store for 2019?

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.

EFSA confirm safety of D-ribose in tea and sports drinks

19-Dec-2018 By Will Chu

New proposed conditions in which milk, sports, isotonic and energy drinks would become main sources of D-ribose intake are deemed safe, according to the European, Food and Safety Authority (EFSA).

The future is fibre: How to cash in on the trend

18-Dec-2018 By Nikki Cutler

2019 could be the year fibre becomes fashionable as consumers learn more about gut health and weight management, according to a leading ingredient supplier.

Startup Spotlight: Mother growing an empire from family-favourite fermented veg

17-Dec-2018 By Nikki Cutler

A mother with an eye for health trends has cultured a huge following for her fermented food brand which originated from a simple aim to boost her son’s gut health.

Synbiotic dietary supplement shows metabolic health benefits in overweight people: DuPont data

14-Dec-2018 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of DuPont’s Howaru Shape probiotic and Litesse Ultra prebiotic may beneficially alter the gut microbiota and improve gut barrier function, says a new study from DuPont Nutrition & Health.

Fibre augmentation: Are food labels missing an ‘F’ word?

07-Dec-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Fibre must join the front of pack nutritional guide as populations throughout Europe are in need of “fibre augmentation”, according to a food and nutrition expert.

flavors & inclusions

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.

Savvy shoppers search for balance: Is protein’s reign over?

26-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

The protein-craze may be losing its muscle as savvy shoppers are looking to balance their diets, says a health guru who spoke at Food Matters Live in London recently.

Nutrino Health’s AI nutrition platform absorbed by Medtronic’s acquisition

23-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

US nutrition data firm Medtronic is to acquire Nutrino Health in a deal that combines both firms’ expertise in nutritional intervention to address the threat of metabolic conditions such as diabetes.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Rolling in dough: Healthy bread start-up wins TV dragon investment

21-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

A former professional footballer has scored a kick-up in sales for his “world’s healthiest bread” after appearing on BBC’s Dragons’ Den on Sunday (November 11th).

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.

Consumers on the hunt for youth-boosting food and drink, says Mintel

21-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

Food, drink and supplement innovators should take tips from the beauty industry as consumers want to fill-up on products that will help them fight the ageing process, says Mintel.

SPECIAL EDITION: HiE EUROPE PREVIEW

Beneo at HiE: ‘Sportification’ of traditional foods has firmly entered the mainstream’

15-Nov-2018 By Will Chu

Product ‘sportification’ is moving beyond traditional gels, bars and drinks towards mainstream foods such as ready meals and snacks that come with sports related claims.

Editor's Spotlight: Startup Focus

Marine biologist dives deeper into health market with seaweed range

14-Nov-2018 By Nikki Cutler

A former marine biologist has swapped his scuba suit for an apron in an aim to boost consumers’ health with his seaweed supplement and infused cooking oils.