Spindrift CEO on quenching consumer thirst for sparkling water and real ingredients

After initially being turned down by major retailers, Bill Creelman now expects as many as 25,000 stores will carry his product by the end of the year.

By Christopher Doering • June 14, 2018

Bob's Red Mill sues trade group in gluten-free certification dispute

The company's complaint asks a federal judge to find the Gluten Intolerance Group of North America's certification symbol unenforceable.

By Cathy Siegner • June 14, 2018

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Getting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand

Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use. 

By Food Dive staff

Mangoes provide sweet relief for constipation

A month-long pilot study from Texas A&M University found that eating the fruit can be more effective than fiber supplements.​

By Cathy Siegner • June 7, 2018

High-protein diets linked to greater risk of heart failure

A study from Finland found that health risks were associated with dairy-based, animal and plant-based variants of the nutrient.

By Cathy Siegner • June 7, 2018

Plants could help ease nutrient deficiencies in meatless diets

British researchers found common garden cress can absorb and store vitamin B12 in its leaves, which could give vegetarians and vegans a nutritional boost. 

By Cathy Siegner • June 7, 2018

Online calculator aims to draw bakers to replacement eggs

Arla Foods is hoping to convince customers to use its whey-based egg replacements as a way to cut expenses and minimize foodborne outbreak risks.

By Cathy Siegner • June 7, 2018

Study links excess sugar in pregnancy with cognitive delays

Other researchers assessing the correlation have yielded contradictory results, including a review of 16 interventions that found no association.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 31, 2018

Personalized nutrition could improve quality of life

Researchers found consumers are more likely to make better choices if they understand the effect certain foods have on their bodies.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 31, 2018

Study: People who eat lots of fat may not be able to taste it

While the results could stoke consumer fears about its role as a gateway to unhealthy food choices, they could also provide consumption guidelines.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 31, 2018

Real chocolate or compounds? For bakers, cost is just one factor

Authentic chocolate tends to be more expensive that the alternative, mainly due to its cocoa butter content, but both have advantages in different applications.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 31, 2018

Tate & Lyle buys 15% stake in U.S. stevia extract producer

The investment by the global ingredients producer in Sweet Green Fields comes after it signed an exclusive distribution deal with the company in 2017.

By Cathy Siegner • May 25, 2018

Ancient wheat variety could ease gluten sensitivity

Clinical trial participants who ate khorasan wheat during a three month period had a 6% improvement in total cholesterol and enzymes associated with liver health.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 24, 2018

New plant extract blend aims to replace artificial preservatives

A mixture of rosemary, spearmint and green tea extracts from Kemin Industries will extend shelf life in sauces and salad dressings.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 24, 2018

British food companies fail to meet voluntary sugar reduction goals

Public Health England said it should have a clearer idea by next year about whether further action will be needed to compel companies to cut the sweetener.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 24, 2018

Grilled and barbecued meats linked to high blood pressure risk

A new study warns of the potential health risks of using high heat to cook beef, chicken and even fish. 

By Caroline Macdonald • May 24, 2018

A stevia renaissance

In only five short years, stevia went from a relative unknown, to a major force in the sweetening industry.   

May 22, 2018

FDA denies GMA's petition asking for limited use of PHOs

The agency decided the trade group hadn't shown the continued use of partially hydrogenated oils in food is safe, but it also gave manufacturers a longer time to phase them out.

By Cathy Siegner • May 21, 2018

Seeds and grains gain mainstream appeal

Ancient ingredients like quinoa are making modern-day trends as consumers embrace plant-based eating. 

By Caroline Macdonald • May 17, 2018

Bunge files for IPO of Brazilian sugar and ethanol mills

If the agribusiness and ingredients giant is successful, the money raised could sweeten the pot for a future acquisition by another company.

By Cathy Siegner • May 17, 2018

Food manufacturers embracing healthier oils and fats

With ingredients such as sunflower, avocado and coconut oil available, CPG companies have more options as they improve the nutritional halo of their products.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 17, 2018

No allergens, no problem: Consumers react positively to safer-eating foods

Larger trends such as healthy eating, clean labels and non-GMO items give the segment a boost.

By Megan Poinski • May 17, 2018

Study: Low-calorie sweeteners do not affect desire for sweet foods

While the ingredient may seem an obvious way to cut sugars without sacrificing taste, a few other reports have linked them to illnesses such as diabetes or changes in gut bacteria.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 17, 2018

Survey: 40% of Americans are willing to try lab-grown meat

As the process and cost for creating the futuristic protein is refined by companies such as Memphis Meats and JUST, the real question is whether people will buy it.

By Patti Zarling • May 16, 2018

Nestlé plans steeper cuts in salt, sugar and saturated fats used in its products

The Swiss company's push to further improve its formulas reflects a growing effort by manufacturers to better align their brands with health-conscious consumers.

By Cathy Siegner • May 16, 2018

100% stevia-sweetened Coke launches in New Zealand

The small country is a cautious starting point for the newest addition to the soda maker's portfolio, but should give a good idea of how the drink might perform in other developed markets.

By Caroline Macdonald • May 10, 2018