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Kerry releases plant-based protein ProDiem

Protein ingredient aids in weight management
May 15, 2017
Kerry launched ProDiem, a plant-based protein solution optimized for nutrition, taste and texture. ProDiem uses a proprietary processing technique and the company’s flavor-masking technology to address the grainy, chalky texture and mask the characteristic offnotes and bitterness traditionally associated with plant-based proteins, the company says.
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Ingredient suppliers announce new studies, capital investments

Bell Flavors announces new hires
April 14, 2017
Beneo Inc., Morris Plains, N.J., announced a new study that shows that the company’s prebiotic chicory root fiber Orafti Inulin, induces selective changes in the gut’s microbiota composition that can be directly linked to improved regularity and well-being for the first time.
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Ginger’s use span numerous beverage releases

Spice ingredient capitalizes on taste, perceived health benefits
Jessica Jacobsen
Jessica Jacobsen
April 14, 2017

Although ginger is a perennial that produces narrow green leaves and yellow flowers, the plant has gained more recognition for its root. The ingredient found favor as a spice, however, its association with medicinal characteristics has helped proliferate its usage, according to experts.


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Ingredion acquires TIC Gums

Flavor Insights announces official launch of the company
March 15, 2017
Ingredion Inc., Westchester, Ill., has entered into a stock-purchase agreement to acquire all of the outstanding shares of White Marsh, Md.-based TIC Gums Inc.
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Suppliers highlight sugar reduction, heritage

Companies announce certifications in US and EU
February 15, 2017
ADM/Matsutani, the joint venture between Archer Daniels Midland Co., Matsutani Chemical Industry Co. Ltd. and Matsutani America Inc., highlights the capabilities of its Fibersol soluble dietary fiber ingredient to help beverage-makers meet the pending regulatory changes regarding added sugars and consumers’ nutritional demands.
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PureCircle releases Sigma-Beverage

Stevia ingredient aids in calorie reduction efforts
February 15, 2017
PureCircle Ltd. introduced Sigma-Beverage, its latest breakthrough stevia ingredient that is specifically optimized for beverage formulations. Sigma-Beverage performs similarly to sugar but at deep calorie reductions, so formulators can create beverage solutions for consumers while still reducing development time by 30-50 percent, it says.
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iTi Tropicals releases coconut water infographic

Infographic details ingredient’s assistance in cutting sugars
January 26, 2017

Lawrenceville, N.J.-based iTi Tropicals Inc. released a new infographic with information on how coconut water can be used to reduce the sugar content in 100 percent juice products while maintaining a 100 percent juice claim. 


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drinktec 2017 to cover entire supply chain

Solutions catalog operates as matchmaking tool for beverage functions
December 16, 2016
Taking place Sept. 11-15, 2017, at Germany’s Messe München exhibition center and the adjacent ICM Internationales Congress Center München, drinktec will bring together companies large and small and attract visitors from all business areas.
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Beverage ingredient companies broaden portfolios, partnerships

AIDP, OLYGOSE partner in digestive health solutions
December 16, 2016
AIDP Inc., City of Industry, Calif., announced that it is broadening its digestive health ingredient portfolio with the addition of two plant-based GOS (galacto-oligosaccharide) ingredients from French supplier Olygose.
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