For farmers and bread companies, a hot-selling $8 loaf has many appealing aspects. However, the process of growing and sourcing all the necessary ingredients can present challenges for everyone involved, highlighting the trade-offs associated with…

Snack bars represent a significant industry. A recent Nielsen study revealed that individual bars experienced the most substantial dollar growth, totaling an increase of $633 million from 2013 to 2016. This surge is largely fueled…

The International Agency for Research on Cancer, part of the World Health Organization, has classified processed meat as a carcinogen. “Processed” refers to meat that has undergone treatments such as salting, curing, fermenting, and smoking,…

In a world fixated on calorie counts, consumers have long sought solutions to indulge their sweet cravings without the risk of weight gain, leaving food and beverage manufacturers facing a challenge. Concerns about health implications…

Rice is significantly more adept at absorbing arsenic from soil and water compared to other grains, which explains the elevated levels of this heavy metal found in infant rice cereals. Healthy Babies Bright Futures reported…

The fig, one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and a member of the mulberry family, has primarily been recognized in the U.S. for its role in Fig Newtons, a chewy cookie made…

Exotic flavors are currently in high demand within the food and beverage industry. Driven in part by millennials’ adventurous palates, ingredients like blood orange, ginger, and jasmine are increasingly featured in innovative formulations. If mamey…

Consumers in the United States are consuming excessive amounts of salt. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 90% of children and 89% of adults exceed the recommended daily sodium intake. The American…

This relatively small study could significantly influence food manufacturing, particularly in the realm of health-oriented products. While further extensive research is required to validate the findings from Deakin University, it paves the way for developing…

Tart cherries are celebrated for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. As noted by Bonnie Taub-Dix, a registered dietitian nutritionist, they can serve as a natural pain reliever and aid in muscle recovery after exercise. Additionally,…