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On the ground at IFT 2009
NutraIngredients-USA.com pokes its head into cutting edge seminars and meets with key industry and research figures in Anaheim, California, at the annual ingredients and foods extravaganza hosted by the Institute of Food Technologists.
The ‘unstoppable’ weight management trend
With over 300m obese adults worldwide, it is no wonder that the food industry is keen to offer tasty possibilities to consumers looking to lose weight, and keep it off. The trend is now becoming 'unstoppable', say industry executives.
Food technologists ‘under attack’, says former IFT chief
Food technology is a profession under attack – and both industry and government need to invest to ensure its future, says former IFT president Dr John Floros.
Recession could create innovation opportunities
In today’s challenging economy, large companies are increasingly looking to buy innovative finished products rather than developing their own, says Blue Pacific CEO Donald Wilkes.
IFT '09: In defence of trade shows
As the dust settles on another IFT the absence of several big players has left some questioning the relevance of trade shows in the 21st Century.
Ancient grain blend to plug gluten-free nutrition gap
ConAgra Mills has developed a gluten-free flour that claims to have superior nutritional qualities to white rice, potato and corn flours, made with a blend of ancient grains.
Betatene declared GRAS
Cognis has announced self-affirmed GRAS for its Betatene carotenoids, a development that allows it to be used in foods and beverages.
Nanotech, termite diets and antioxidants in Anaheim
In this podcast, our journalists share their thoughts on what caught their eye during the last day of the IFT show in Anaheim, California.
Antioxidant methods vital for ensuring health benefits: Expert
The implied health benefits of antioxidants are strong in the minds of consumers. Stephen Daniells talked to Covance’s Darryl Sullivan, associate director, scientific affairs on what tests are available, where we stand on cell-based tests, and what industry needs to do to ensure the antioxidant integrity of its products.
Nano iron could lead to big fortification future
Nano-complexes of iron and zinc could lead to improved opportunities for fortifying staples such as wheat and rice, according to early data from Switzerland.
Frutarom drinks to functional beverages at IFT
Frutarom is demonstrating the fruits of its latest acquisition by showcasing a range of functional beverage prototypes at the institute of Food Technologists (IFT) trade show in Anaheim, California.
Ganeden brings ‘probiotic cap’ drink to market
Probiotic supplier Ganeden has entered a new collaboration that allows the firm to store its ingredients in the cap of a beverage bottle, and dispense them into the drink at the point of consumption.
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