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![Health and environmental food trends boost umami presence](/47/pdcnewsitem/12/43/13/th124313.png)
Health and environmental food trends boost umami presence
9 May 2024
Plant-based products, lower salt formulations, and snacking options resonate with manufacturers looking to enhance umami flavour profiles in their offerings.
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Researchers tap into sticky rice as a potential source of clean label starch
8 May 2024
Pigmented waxy rice may prove to be a good source of clean label starch, according to researchers at the University of Arkansas.
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Children’s food and drink claims centre on health and wellness
1 May 2024
A new report by HealthFocus International shows parents are at the forefront of health and wellness trends, leading the way for packaging claims on children’s products.
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Shifting global consumer sentiment drives non-plastic packaging innovation
24 Apr 2024
Consumer attitudes towards packaging are rapidly changing around the world, causing brands to respond with increasing claims of ‘eco-friendly packaging’.
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Natural Remedies: Bringing health and happiness via validated branded ingredients
18 Apr 2024
Natural Remedies is an internationally renowned botanical healthcare company committed to advancing the field through rigorous research and the development of clinically validated Branded Ingredients. Guided by our foundational principle of ‘BEING USEF...
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Plastic alternatives: The future of food packaging?
16 Apr 2024
With the retailers Carrefour and U-Group in Belgium, France, and Luxembourg set to package some private label yoghurt, juice and cheese products in cellulose-based packaging, Ingredients Network looks at the most promising food-grade alternatives to pl...
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Retailers must do more to promote healthy eating
12 Apr 2024
UK retailers could play an even bigger role in helping consumers to make healthier food choices, according to Nesta, an innovation agency targeting social good.
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R3PACK Consortium backs BPA ban
9 Apr 2024
The EU-funded research project, R3PACK, urges a ban on Bisphenol A (BPA) and calls for rigorous rules, promoting transparency and prioritising health and the environment.
Read more![MeliBio’s ‘bee-free’ honey to hit the European market](/47/pdcnewsitem/12/41/13/th124113.png)
MeliBio’s ‘bee-free’ honey to hit the European market
8 Apr 2024
MeliBio, a startup developing honey without bees, rolls out its first plant-based sweetener products to the European market in partnership with Slovenian food maker Narayan.
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Beyond Burger’s clean-label recipe revamp
2 Apr 2024
Following annual revenue and profit losses, plant-based leader Beyond Burger has updated its ingredient list, adding avocado oil for a healthier fat profile and removing “unnecessary” ingredients.
Read more![KoRo’s limited edition pistachio-packed waffle delivers balanced indulgence](/47/pdcnewsitem/12/39/76/th123976.png)
KoRo’s limited edition pistachio-packed waffle delivers balanced indulgence
26 Mar 2024
Natural food brand KoRo’s special edition vegan waffle crafted with 45% pistachios, stands as a healthy yet indulgent snack, embracing the nutritious appeal of nuts.
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Exploring the future of health and wellness retail at Vitafoods Europe
14 Mar 2024
With retail-focussed content sessions, buyer networking, and finished product tasting sessions, this year’s Vitafoods Europe offers a not-to-be-missed opportunity for retailers to up their health and wellness game.
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