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Constant cravings study: “Food noise” to blame for rise in overeating among UK consumers
Constant cravings study: “Food noise” to blame for rise in overeating among UK consumers
A survey monitoring how people feel “food noise” creeping into their lives, leading to hard-to-control urges to eat, reveals how widespread this phenomenon is. The term refers to intrusive food thoughts and temptations that can lead to overeating — something most people have been experiencing without knowing what to call it.
Fermentation, flexibility and function: The next chapter for alternative proteins
Fermentation, flexibility and function: The next chapter for alternative proteins
As demand for high-protein fortified and clean label foods continues to grow, the alternative protein sector is entering a new phase. Plant-based products remain the dominant trend in this segment, but recent advances in fermentation-derived proteins, hybrid formulations, and functionality-focused ingredients are opening new markets — and posing new formulation and regulatory challenges. 
Cargill CTO: How leveraging chemical engineering can solve the food industry’s biggest problems
Cargill CTO: How leveraging chemical engineering can solve the food industry’s biggest problems
Chemistry is playing an increasingly fundamental role in modern food product development, from fermentation-based sweeteners and microbiome-enabled nutrition to regenerative agriculture and precision protein development. Cargill’s CTO, Florian Schattenmann, sits down with us to discuss the latest chemistry-driven F&B advancements and what they mean for the industry’s future. 
Cognitive Strength for Every Age with DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols
Cognitive Strength for Every Age with DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols
KLK OLEO is excited to share the groundbreaking research conducted by Davos Life Science, a division of KLK OLEO. A new study demonstrates that DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols can significantly enhance learning, improve focus, and accelerate cognitive function. Published in The Journal of Functional Foods, these findings reveal that DavosLife E3 Tocotrienols positively influence memory formation, attention, reaction time, and neural efficiency, showcasing their brain-boosting potential.This Technical Paper is brought to you by KLK OLEO.
IFT First 2025: Rousselot talks Nextida GC, GLP-1 and food system sustainability
IFT First 2025: Rousselot talks Nextida GC, GLP-1 and food system sustainability

We sat down with Lauretta Katsriku, global category leader, Collagen, at Rousselot, to discuss the company’s Nextida GC and its health benefits. We also discuss improving food system sustainability, GLP-1 and other weight loss drugs, and consumer trends.

IFT First 2025 review: Health-forward natural ingredients proliferate amid regulatory change
IFT First 2025 review: Health-forward natural ingredients proliferate amid regulatory change
At IFT First 2025 in Chicago, US, global ingredient leaders showcased their latest R&D and discussed the future of the F&B industry at a time of rapid technological and regulatory change. Better-for-you solutions dominated as suppliers spotlighted natural alternatives to synthetic formulations and the latest AI advancements for supply chain security and ingredient formulation.

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Beyond Meat poised to change its name in a rebrand to revive plant-based sales
Beyond Meat plant-based products.
Beyond Meat is poised to change its name to “Beyond,” signaling a shift away from a “meat alternatives” perception to focus on alternative proteins as a whole. The name change plans come ahead of Beyond Meat’s second-quarter results, which are expected to be released on Wednesday.
Ishida calls for wider X-ray inspections amid rising food contamination recalls
X-ray inspection tech.
The food industry is facing a spike in recalls as plastic, stones, and other potential contaminants find their way into packaged products. Besides raising consumer safety concerns, such events also cause brands significant financial losses and tarnish their reputation, driving what packaging and inspection equipment firm Ishida calls an urgent need for stronger inspection protocols. 
Heinz and Smoothie King launch limited-edition ketchup-based fruit smoothie
Ketchup smoothie.
Heinz and Smoothie King have partnered to launch a limited-edition ketchup-based smoothie, blending the classic flavor of Heinz Tomato Ketchup with fruit ingredients including strawberries, raspberries, acai sorbet, and apple juice.  
Burcon launches 90% pure fava protein isolate, expands plant-based innovation portfolio
Raw organic fresh fava beans.
Burcon NutraScience Corporation has launched FavaPro, a high-purity fava bean protein isolate now in commercial production. The new ingredient contains over 90% protein and is designed to support the growing demand for clean label, allergen-friendly plant proteins in applications ranging from dairy alternatives and beverages to baked goods and snacks.
New Canada–Singapore initiative boosts global reach of plant-based food companies
Plant-based food for Asia-Pacific markets.
Protein Industries Canada and Singapore-based Nurasa have launched a new program to fast-track Canadian plant-based food and ingredient companies into the Asia-Pacific market—one of the world’s fastest-growing regions for sustainable food innovation.
AceBiome CEO unpacks science behind South Korea’s first probiotic for body fat reduction
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Nutrition Insight

As global interest in gut health and weight management converges, AceBiome’s clinically proven core probiotic targets both areas. The South Korean company’s flagship strain, Lactobacillus gasseri BNR17, is the first probiotic approved by the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety for body fat reduction. AceBiome’s CEO, Myeong Hee Kim, tells Nutrition Insight how this patented strain is reshaping the functional probiotics market in South Korea. She highlights the science supporting its benefits in reducing visceral fat, bowel regularity, and blood glucose balance. 
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July in review: IFT First 2025, Animal suffering labels, Olive oil fraud

Last month, we attended IFT First 2025 in Chicago, US, where some of the world’s biggest F&B companies were showcasing their latest innovations. Meanwhile, the Swiss government passed legislation requiring food labeling to indicate whether animals had been subjected to painful procedures during production. We also investigated global olive oil fraud and spoke to numerous experts and supply chain actors about preventing the flow of counterfeit products.Here, we recap the most significant stories of the month to ensure you stay informed about key F&B industry developments and insights. 

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Plant-based eggs: Ethical appeals strong but taste remains key hurdle, flags US study

As the global food industry makes strides toward protein diversification while aiming to minimize the meat sector’s carbon footprint, a US study highlights that consumers still prefer conventional eggs over plant-based alternatives on food and nutrition attributes. However, plant-based eggs score higher on environmental impact, animal welfare, and cholesterol content, which may benefit marketing campaigns for companies in the sector.

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Transparency triumphs at IFT First 2025: Ingredion, Comet Bio & FoodChain ID

Global consumers are increasingly influenced by environmental and social factors when deciding between food and beverage products. At the IFT First 2025 trade show in Chicago, US, last week, supply chain transparency took center stage as exhibitors presented solutions for more responsible ingredient sourcing and holistic sustainability choices.

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Alternative protein trendsAug2025

Innova Market Insights data indicates that 40% of consumers globally have increased their protein intake, driving innovation in alternative proteins. NPD in this space grew by 4% between April 2020 an...

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Sustainable solutions Aug 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that F&B launches featuring sustainable and ethical claims increased by 5% between July 2020 and June 2025. Bakery was the leading category, accounting for 25% of NPD during this period. Additionally, sustainable Hot Drinks increased, rising by 9% over the five years.

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Sweetener solutionsAug 2025

Innova Market Insights data shows that 72% consumers worldwide are cutting back on sugar, driving an increase in F&B launches that feature alternative sweeteners. Soft drinks were  the leading category for sweetener ingredient launches from April 2024 to March 2025, and there has been a surge in the use of sweeteners in meat substitutes.

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IFT First 2025: Rousselot talks Nextida GC, GLP-1 and food system sustainability

We sat down with Lauretta Katsriku, global category leader, Collagen, at Rousselot, to discuss the company’s Nextida GC and its health benefits. We also discuss improving food system sustainability, GLP-1 and other weight loss drugs, and consumer trends.

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IFT First 2025: Tradin Organic talks NPD and supply chain security
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IFT First 2025: Prova showcases cocoa and vanilla innovations
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IFT First 2025: Tate & Lyle discusses sugar reduction, mouthfeel trends and clean label demands
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