Ingredients: Page 18


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    Weight loss drugs are shaking up Big Food, Ag and Health. Experts weigh in on what the industry should do

    The changing snacking and eating behaviors of the increasing numbers of people on drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing food categories quickly, from snacking to restaurants.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 30, 2024
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    Why Mela saw untapped potential with Gen Z in watermelon drinks

    The upstart brand’s CEO said it hopes to ride the wave of unique beverages adjacent to the alcohol category with its zero-proof Watermelon Water.

    By July 29, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Food Dive

    The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

    By Food Dive staff
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    Leftovers: IHOP syrup pours into stores | Kraft Heinz spices up mayonnaise with pickle flavor

    The pancake restaurant is bringing its signature sweet sauce to grocery shelves, and Unilever’s Knorr taps into the growth in Asian-inspired flavors with a spicy liquid seasoning.

    By Food Dive staff • July 26, 2024
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    The next big 4 ingredient trends from IFT

    Manufacturers, suppliers and technology companies alike set the tone for how the space will continue to evolve at one of the food industry's largest events of the year.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 26, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Chaga mushrooms set to sprout in growth

    The medicinal fungi is growing in both market share and popularity as more consumers focus on healthy lifestyles.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 25, 2024
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    Health, taste and texture: What Ingredion’s new chief innovation officer is prioritizing

    Mike Leonard stressed the importance of working with experts before debuting new health focused products.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 25, 2024
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    The Weekly Sip: C4 energy drink freezes up with Popsicle flavors

    The beverage maker launched three new flavors in collaboration with Unilever’s Popsicle brand, and Oo-Lah hopes to bring the beach experience to RTD cocktails.

    By Food Dive staff • Updated July 29, 2024
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    Meati Foods new CCO, CEO look to avoid plant-based pitfalls

    The mycelium-based meat maker is looking to go back to its roots and nail down its messaging in a burgeoning category.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 25, 2024
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    Juicy Marbles launches plant-based ribs with edible bones

    The company says its Baby Ribs have a "clean label" and are made with 100% soy protein.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 24, 2024
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    Nestlé develops technology to reduce fat in dairy ingredients

    The food and beverage giant said the process cuts fat in milk powder by up to 60% without compromising on quality, taste and texture.

    By July 24, 2024
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    Beyond Meat launches ‘first of its kind’ protein to appeal to health-conscious consumers

    The company’s latest product is not intended to replicate beef, pork or chicken. It comes amid a sharp downturn in plant-based meat consumption.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 23, 2024
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    PhytoCann BP®: Elevate your beverage solutions with innovative black pepper extract

    Discover PhytoCann BP®, a cutting-edge natural solution in the beverage industry.

    July 22, 2024
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    Leftovers: McCormick & Co.’s Old Bay spices up bagel chips | Once Upon A Farm bites into snack bar category

    The spice blend is the star of the first snack product from CaliBagels, and sesame sauce maker Seed + Mill takes the ingredient into dessert with a chocolate variety.

    By Food Dive staff • July 19, 2024
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    Ingredients in focus: AAK’s use of shea in place of cocoa butter

    The ingredients company is tackling cocoa’s supply chain woes by turning to a unique West African crop.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 18, 2024
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    Roquette, Bonumose partner to boost tagatose production

    The ingredients businesses are joining forces to scale the natural sweetener, giving food and beverage formulators a better-for-you alternative to sugar.

    By July 18, 2024
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    The forces shaping Gen Z’s snack and beverage consumption

    Gen Z has a sweet tooth and loves childhood flavors, but they increasingly demand healthy ingredients, major restaurants and suppliers say.

    By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 17, 2024
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    Kellanova brings waffle flavor to a mug with Eggo Coffee

    The food giant is taking its breakfast brand into the lucrative morning beverage category where it will compete with offerings from companies such as Nestlé and J.M. Smucker.

    By July 17, 2024
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    Ferrero’s Famous Amos returns to its original recipe after brand overhaul fails to resonate

    The snack maker is altering the nearly 50-year-old cookie’s ingredients list again, redesigning the packaging and lowering the price.

    By July 17, 2024
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    From meatballs to deli dominance: How a former Mondelēz exec is building a $1B food company

    CEO Adam Michaels has cut millions in spending from Mama’s Creations and added dozens of new foods like olives and pasta salad through acquisitions.

    By July 16, 2024
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    Badger Bevs brings NYC bar finesse to cocktail mixers

    The recently launched company, which collaborated with top mixologists, aims to improve the quality of at-home cocktails.

    By July 15, 2024
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    Leftovers: Sour Patch Kids, Snapple join forces | Kind bites into ‘palette-provoking’ bars

    The gummy and beverage brands unveil a collaborative candy, and Welch’s Fruit Snacks is rolling out its latest innovation in the fruit snack category.

    By July 12, 2024
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    Gen Z heat seekers leading hot sauce boom

    A majority of younger consumers count themselves as fans of the spicy condiments, according to a new survey, as food and beverage products embrace the heat.

    By July 11, 2024
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    Ingredients in Focus: Specialty food ingredient market primed to surge

    With more consumers seeking healthier food options, niche products are having their moment.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 10, 2024
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    Tate & Lyle debuts new stevia composition

    The global ingredients company is looking to deliver a taste profile closer to sugar and at a cheaper price than other alternative sweeteners.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 10, 2024
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    FDA bans use of BVO in all food and beverages

    The decision comes after a series of studies with the NIH found the ingredient to have adverse health effects.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 8, 2024