Functional Ingredients Magazine - Applications, Strategies and Science for Health and Nutrition

June 2008

Business Strategies: The steady rise of slow carbs

Sales of low-glycaemic foods are on a steep rise, even though consumers don't understand the term. Joysa Winter explores how companies are pitching

Ingredient Focus: A wider role for prebiotics

Researchers are beginning to make the case for prebiotics in such areas as weight loss and bone health. Mark J Tallon, PhD, reviews their very latest findings

Formulations: Healthier solutions for sweetening

Combining inulin or oligofructose with high-intensity sweeteners can help meet growing consumer demand for lower-calorie, higher-fibre alternatives. Joseph O'Neill explains how to do it while maintaining good flavour

Science Review: Managing blood sugar

New research is giving credence to the effectiveness of natural bioactives in helping prevent and manage symptoms of diabetes. Todd Runestad looks at the latest science and ingredient applications for supplements, foods and beverages

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Cutting-edge Research: Read the latest ingredient and product research from conference proceedings and other sources. This month: Martek, Nutrastem, P.L.Thomas, Fucoidan.

Regulatory Roundup: China labeling guidelines could foster industry self-regulation

Tasters give a thumbs-up to Truvia

Europe demands warnings for colours, tightens rules on flavours and enzymes

Artichoke leaf extract 'reduces cholesterol,' say UK experts

CRN adds trio to voting roster, conference opens for business

IADSA briefs

Europe decrees baobab safe, supplier predicts huge demand for goji rival

Can King Corn win the HFCS ‘natural’ battle?
Todd Runestad

Reverse engineering for competitive advantage
Lindsay Moore, PhD

Consumers drive ingredient branding – but how far?
Henry Dixon

Today's New Ingredients

TOYO-FVG
Herbs & Botanicals, Pycnogenol/ Pine Bark Extract--Jun 4, 2008
EPAX AS: Marine Omega-3 Oils
Lipids, Fatty Acids--Apr 3, 2008

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