Fibres & carbohydrates

Special Edition: Fibre

From bakery to beverage: Are ‘high fibre’ claims diversifying?

13-Dec-2012 By Nathan Gray

‘High fibre’ claims are traditionally the realm of bakery products, but has recent growing demand for fibre by consumers resulted in a shift away from bread-based products?

Special edition: Fiber

Can fiber continue its upward trajectory to rock star status?

11-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Consumer demand for fiber-rich products is predicted to continue to sky rocket, with some industry observers claiming fiber will have ‘rock star’ status for the food and nutrition industries.

Fish oil, glucosamine and chondroitin lead the way for anti-inflammatory potential: Study

11-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Regular use of dietary supplements containing fish oil, or glucosamine and chondroitin may reduce markers of inflammation by up to 22%, says a new study.

Eight winners: Are EU diabetes-metabolic syndrome health claims set to explode?

10-Dec-2012 By Diana Cowland

Eight ingredients have won EU health claims that can be used to back messaging around metabolic syndrome – although the take-up to date has been lacklustre, says Euromonitor analyst, Diana Cowland.

Cargill sights ‘red hot’ energy sector following sucromalt fatigue study

04-Dec-2012 By Ben Bouckley

Cargill is exploring opportunities in the energy sector after an ‘exciting’ study suggested that its novel carbohydrate Xtend sucromalt reduced and delayed mental fatigue in adults when formulated within a beverage.

Flaxseed shows blood pressure-lowering potential: Study

30-Nov-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of flaxseed-fortified bakery products may reduce blood pressure levels in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), suggests new data presented at the November American Heart Association 2012 Scientific Sessions.

Beneo thinktank produces ‘Tooth-friendly’ and fibre-boosting sweets

29-Nov-2012 By Shane Starling

Belgian supplier Beneo’s dessert thinktank is showing off some product concepts using sugar-free, ‘tooth-friendly’ isomalt and an already launched oligofructose-stevia blends for functional fibre candy.

Hot New Beverage Concepts for 2013: Episode One

28-Nov-2012 By Ben Bouckley

The CEO of beverage development and innovation company MyDrink Beverages tells BeverageDaily.com why his firm's new non-alcoholic beverage concepts for 2013 could take the market by storm...

Gatorade responds to July article on controversial scientific study

Gatorade and bananas: Comparing apples and pears?

23-Nov-2012 By Ben Bouckley

PepsiCo brand Gatorade tells BeverageDaily.com that a direct comparison between the drink and bananas should not be made, after a recent US study concluded that the fruit was as effective in promoting sports performance.

Experts don't buy new Pepsi’s fat-busting claims

14-Nov-2012 By RJ Whitehead

“I know what people are thinking as they head out for a Big Mac, large fries and cola: why not make it a lighter meal and opt for diet- or zero-calorie Coke—or now, a Pepsi Special?” reasons Rashi Chowdhary, a Dubai-based nutritionist.

Rise of healthy/functional foods behind UK supplements slip

12-Nov-2012 By Shane Starling

The UK food supplements market has shed 3 million users since 2008, a result of the economic slowdown and more savvy consumers choosing functional and healthier foods, according to Mintel.

Fat-blocking Pepsi will launch in Japan this week

12-Nov-2012 By RJ Whitehead

This week will see the launch of a fat-busting new Pepsi variant that is targeting the health conscious.

Raisio sales rise 14%; Benecol steady

06-Nov-2012

Ingredients, grain, snack brand and stanol-based cholesterol-lowering Benecol brand owner Raisio had a healthy Q3 with revenues up 14% to €160m from €141.7m in Q3 2011.

Fortified wheat-rye bread could aid diabetes and obesity prevention, study

02-Nov-2012 By Kacey Culliney

Wheat-rye bread fortified with cereal dietary fiber, beta-glucan hydrogel and sourdough starter culture could be used in diabetes and obesity programs, a study suggests.

Spruce extract could be ‘untapped’ prebiotic

26-Oct-2012 By Stephen Daniells

An extract from spruce (Picea abies) may selectively enhance the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and offer a novel prebiotic for the nutritional products, says a new study.

EU-backed beta glucan trial explores immunity benefits

26-Oct-2012 By Shane Starling

An EU-backed, 240-person trial is underway to investigate the ability of a range of beta-glucans to boost immune systems, with European Union health claim learnings firmly in mind.

Buckwheat benefits linked to d-fagomine content

25-Sep-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A diet rich in buckwheat products would provide a daily dose of the sugar d-fagomine linked to benefits in the range of the active dose seen in supplemental studies, says a new study.

Researchers create synthetic human milk ingredient from bacteria

13-Sep-2012 By Nathan Gray

A new way to produce a key sugar in human milk using bacteria could offer hope for increased research and even the possibility of additions to infant formula in the future, say researchers.

‘We unlock the power of wheat’: Kampffmeyer

11-Sep-2012 By Kacey Culliney

Kampffmeyer Food Innovation has developed a highly nutritious wheat aleurone that plugs a market demand for healthy, good-tasting baked goods, according to its product manager.

Chitin-glucan fiber shows heart health potential: RCT data

07-Sep-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of a chitin-glucan fiber – commercially available as Artinia – may protect against the oxidation of cholesterol, which may promote inflammation, says a new study.

Beneo gets Indian approval for oligofructose in infant foods

07-Sep-2012 By Ankush Chibber

Beneo has received approval from Indian regulatory authorities for the use of its prebiotic fibre, oligofructose, in infant milk powder products in the country.

Researchers aim to develop new ‘super spaghetti'

30-Aug-2012 By Nathan Gray

An international team of researchers is working to produce better quality pasta that could contribute to improving health.

Nestlé hits back at cereal ad critics

28-Aug-2012 By Rod Addy

Nestlé UK has responded to critics of its cereal advertising that are claiming it contravenes Advertising Standards Authority rules, claiming the ASA has given the campaign the thumbs up.

Breast is best for baby microbiota, study finds

28-Aug-2012 By Nathan Gray

Consumption of maternal breast milk promotes the development of a different – and more beneficial– set of gut bacteria than infant formulas, according to new research.

UN: World’s bulging cities need to tackle malnutrition and over-nutrition

23-Aug-2012 By Shane Starling

A United Nations report will warn of the nutritional time bomb ticking away in the cities of the world that will house more than five billion people by the year 2030.

General Mills says health has become ‘a primary driver of innovation’

22-Aug-2012 By Caroline Scott-Thomas

General Mills claims it has improved the nutritional profile of 68% of its product line by sales volume since 2005, reformulating to include more fiber, calcium and whole grains, and less sodium, saturated fat, trans fat and added sugar.

Special edition: Oral health

Health claim wins drive oral health NPD

22-Aug-2012 By Shane Starling

Functional gum is the obvious stand-out when it comes to nutrition-focused oral health solutions. Some of these products may be aimed at other health conditions like satiety, but the majority focus on battling dental diseases like periodontitis, caries...

Buckwheat flour improves nutrition and texture in gluten-free bread, study

21-Aug-2012 By Kacey Culliney

Buckwheat flour significantly improves the nutritional and textural properties in gluten-free bread formulations, a study has found.

Novozymes launches exchange programme between Denmark and India

14-Aug-2012 By Rod Addy

Novozymes has forged a scientist exchange programme between Denmark and India, which the company hopes will increase expertise and innovation in the field of food ingredients, among other areas.

Soluble-fiber should be ‘promoted’ to people at risk of metabolic syndrome: Review

09-Aug-2012

The potential cardiovascular benefits of psyllium supplementation, including reducing cholesterol levels, indicate it ‘could be promoted to patients who present metabolic syndrome risk factors’, says a new review.

ABA attacks 'clear bias' of BMJ on sports drinks

08-Aug-2012 By Ben Bouckley

The American Beverage Association (ABA) has lashed out at the British Medical Journal (BMJ) for a critical article series on sports drinks, and said the journal showed bias in overlooking 'widely accepted' research thereon.

Review backs nutrition for cutting stroke risk

08-Aug-2012 By Nathan Gray

Increasing dietary intake of fruit and vegetables could help slash the risk of stroke, though more information is needed on how other nutrients and diets can modify risks, says a new review of clinical data.

Latin American suppliers plan 'Chia Council' to develop business

07-Aug-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Suppliers of chia in Latin America are working together to establish a regional organization to provide a safe and transparent framework in which to further develop the chia business.

Crying over spilt milk: UK crunches “disappointed” Weetabix over ‘slow release energy’ claims

01-Aug-2012 By Shane STARLING

The UK Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has admonished Weetabix over a TV campaign that stated its breakfast cereals could boost energy levels because it said the ads were not clear about the role of milk.

Functional fibres may not boost satiety

01-Aug-2012 By Nathan Gray

The hunger-suppressing effects of functional fibres have been called into doubt after a new study revealed foods containing ingredients like inulin and corn fibre do not increase feelings of fullness in the short term.

‘Don’t exclude berries because of sugar content’, say Scandinavian researchers

23-Jul-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Sweetened berries in a healthy diet should not be excluded from a healthy diet since the fiber and polyphenols in the fruit null the glycemic effect, says a new study from Finland.

EU health claims may spell global opportunities: National Starch Food Innovation

20-Jul-2012 By Kacey Culliney

National Starch Food Innovation has been granted health claims for its maize and barley ingredients and the firm’s EU regulatory manager said this should drive business within Europe and beyond.

Tight chia supply? Not us, says Australia’s Chia Co., as it continues global expansion

18-Jul-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

The much touted tightness in the chia supply is not being experienced by all suppliers, with Australia’s The Chia Company extending its growing area 100% year-on-year to satisfy demand.

Cyclists go bananas as sports performance study finds fruit matches PepsiCo's Gatorade

17-Jul-2012 By Ben Bouckley

A new US study has found that bananas were as effective as PepsiCo sports drink Gatorade in providing nutritional support to trained cyclists during prolonged and intensive exercise.

Britannia to launch healthier breads in India

12-Jul-2012 By Ankush Chibber

Indian food giant Britannia Industries will target the healthy foods segment for its next stage of growth, starting with healthier bread.

Functional gluten-free biscuit developed using ancient cereal

06-Jul-2012 By Oliver Nieburg

Researchers have developed a functional biscuit from the ancient cereal teff flour that it claims is suited to celiac patients and sportsmen.

Lupin ‘super’ cereals: A new trend on the horizon?

05-Jul-2012 By Kacey Culliney

A new high-content lupin cereal holds huge potential for the global health and gluten-free markets, according to its Australian developers.

Health and cereal go hand-in-hand, says Kellogg

21-Jun-2012 By Kacey Culliney

The Kellogg Company is pushing its updated research compendium spanning scientific research that plugs the health benefits of cereals as a breakfast choice.

EFSA health claim opinion

Prunes can help bowel movement after all, says EFSA in about face

12-Jun-2012 By Shane Starling

The re-evaluation of studies dating back to 1991 for a rejected health claim dossier has convinced the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) that prunes can aid bowel movement after all.

We don’t see Palatinose as a stevia rival – BENEO

08-Jun-2012 By Ben Bouckley

Beneo has told BeverageDaily.com that it does not regard ‘next generation sugar’ Palatinose as a stevia rival, while US energy and sports drinks are leading the way in terms of uptake.

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