When wood is cut or sanded, it releases dust that workers can inhale.

Walking has been a leading cause of workplace injury for many years, the National Safety Council says, adding that “we need to watch out for all of the hazards tied to walking just as we would any other part of our jobs that poses a safety risk.”

Each variety offers a burst of authentic Italian taste that complements a diverse array of dishes, from al dente pasta and paninis to crostini, pizza, poultry, seafood and beyond. Barilla Pesto is ready to enjoy.

HORMEL® Pepperoni Confetti stands out with its unique ribbon shape, designed for even distribution across a pizza and allowing for maximum pepperoni goodness in every bite. 

For makers of "better for you" foods and beverages, a focus on certain key nutrients beyond protein, healthful fats, and slow-metabolizing carbohydrates is essential. Here are some of the vitamins, minerals, and other nutraceuticals to consider when targeting the needs of today's men.

Thanks to years of scientific research, Montmorency tart cherries have broken out of the pie shell and onto the "superfruit" stage.

The 100% natural ingredient overcomes the bioavailabilty challenges traditionally associated with turmeric. A single capsule containing 300mg of Turmipure Gold® delivers the same amount of curcuminoids to the blood as 1922mg of standard turmeric (containing 95% curcuminoids).

Each bottle of Way Better Water Drink contains one of the two recommended doses of sterol, providing a convenient way for consumers to increase their sterol consumption.

“Bergacyn is not simply a blend of two powdered herbs,” says Vincenzo Mollace, Ph.D., a professor at the University of Catanzaro and a top researcher in the area of nutraceuticals. “The synergism activated by the patented, in-process combination reduces the clinically substantiated, individual dose requirements of Bergamot and Cynara — at 1,300 mg and 500 mg, respectively — to only 300 mg in Bergacyn. 

Inspired to create something unique and extraordinary, this start-up’s vision stems from passion to bring a heart healthy beverages to the masses.

With the plant-based movement currently booming, both new botanicals and those that have long been used in foods or beverages are finding new market avenues and applications.

In a randomized, controlled trial, researchers found that eating walnuts daily as part of a healthy diet was associated with increases in certain bacteria that can help promote health. Additionally, those changes in gut bacteria were associated with improvements in some risk factors for heart disease.  

Clinically studied Oxyjun® Terminalia arjuna aqueous botanical extract—a matrix of bioactives including polyphenols and glycosides—helps enhance cardiovascular function and endurance in sports performance of young, healthy exercising adults.

An in-vivo animal study revealed that aged black garlic extract (Pharmactive Biotech Products, S.L. ABG10+®) containing S-allyl-cysteine (SAC) and polyphenols could help promote vascular health. 

The idea of “calm” resonates with consumers of products for cardiovascular wellness, research has shown. Lycored surveyed 505 men and women in the US and the UK All were over the age of 50, the age group most likely to purchase supplements for cardiovascular wellness.

An in vivo animal study revealed that aged black garlic extract (Pharmactive Biotech Products, S.L. ABG10+®) containing S-allyl-cysteine (SAC) and polyphenols could help promote vascular health. ABG10+, a Nutraingredients Asia Award-winning proprietary black garlic extract formulation, demonstrated that supplementation with this unique compound could help maintain proper cardiovascular function, balance lipids, and decrease the risk of atherosclerosis.

Phenolaeis, supplier of sustainable Palm Fruit Bioactive Complex (PFBc), is now creating functional coffee with added wellness benefits plus a smoother taste and mouthfeel. 

Cymbiotika, a nutritional supplement brand known for creating pure, clinically backed supplements, launched Red Yeast Rice. In the United states, Red Yeast Rice has been used as a natural alternative to statin therapy in treating people with mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia by significantly lowering LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels, as well as total cholesterol.

Dorot Gardens recently introduced fresh-to-frozen cubes. Frozen Crushed Turmeric is field-fresh and flash frozen at the source to capture the warm, sweet-spicy taste of turmeric, an ancient food long hailed for its healthy benefits.

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, and Canomiks, a startup technology company transforming the functional food and beverage industry, announced research leveraging Canomiks' A.I. based technology platform to test and certify the biological efficacy of the cranberry. 

The formula has been updated to feature an organic orange cream flavor and is now sold in a 30-pouch box, instead of one bottle. Additional ingredients include Citrus Pectin, Konjac Root, and Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol).

Florida Food Products’ expanded health and wellness portfolio includes its natural L-theanine. Derived from the leaves of green tea, L-theanine is an amino acid associated with multiple health benefits, from improved focus and sleep1 to decreased blood pressure and promoted relaxation. FFP’s natural L-theanine is an ideal ingredient solution for a wide range of health and wellness applications including beverages, foods, supplements, nutraceuticals, and more.

Gums and hydrocolloids are a diverse collection of polysaccharides that create gel-like formations when in contact with moisture. They are extremely versatile, improving texture, mouthfeel, and physical appearance in foods and beverages. Gums can be used to increase viscosity levels or benefit flow. They are especially prized for increasing stability in an ingredient matrix.

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, now offers a multi-media resource spotlighting its capabilities in action. Filled with value-creating ideas and nature-powered innovation, "Innovation… Powered by Nature" aims to help manufacturers in the food, beverage, home and personal care segments understand market trends and navigate a changing industry landscape through problem-solving and collaboration.

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, is pleased to announce the results of the company’s global sustainability activities for 2020. The company is committed to more sustainable manufacturing to minimize its environmental impact, in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) and its own Triple Bottom Line commitment to people, planet and profit.

According to the International Taste Institute, taste drives 88% of F&B consumer purchase intent, making it the most important attribute for food and beverage products’ success and overshadowing other considerations like price, health and convenience. Yet taste, as the palate perceives it, is not merely a combination of aroma and flavor.

CP Kelco’s new KELCOGEL® DFA Gellan Gum is a single-ingredient, dual-function solution for formulating plant-based, dairy alternative beverages.

The US Food and Drug Administration announced that it intends to propose that “Acacia (Gum Arabic)” also known as gum acacia, be included as part of the FDA's definition of dietary fiber. The action is being taken in response to a citizen petition from Nexira, Alland & Robert and Importers Service Corporation.

Looking at the position fibers and gums are playing in everyday foods and beverages reveals product developers paying closer attention to these key ingredients for their dual functions as both texturants and nutraceuticals. This has become especially evident where those two functions merge—in plant-based products designed to mimic meat and dairy.

The new plant will be located adjacent to the company's existing Atchison, Kan., plant. Once online in late 2023, the new extrusion plant is expected to produce up to 10 million pounds of ProTerra per year.

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, is pleased to announce a new portfolio of offerings to support product development in the dynamic, fast-growing market of plant-based meat alternatives. The new range of solutions includes nature-based, cleaner label-friendly ingredient options for formulating plant-based burger and sausage alternatives and helping deliver a meat-like eating experience.  

Decades of research have connected increased fiber consumption to a wealth of health benefits. The range is as comprehensive as heart health, reduced cancer risk, better blood sugar management, lower cholesterol, mental well-being, cognitive health, and even better dental health and reduced risk of dementia.

ADM announced it will invest to significantly expand starch production at its Marshall, Minn., facility in order to meet fast-growing demand from the food and beverage sectors, and to support the continued expansion of the company’s BioSolutions platform.

CP Kelco said it has made extensive progress in expanding biogums production capacity at two of its plant facilities: Okmulgee, Okla.; and in Wulian, China.

Watch or listen to David Feder, Executive Editor-Technical, interview Erhan Yildiz, PhD, director of the hydrocolloid consulting group SKC, LLC. Dr. Yildiz provides an overview on trends in gums used in making today’s food and beverage products.

Tate & Lyle, a leading global provider of food and beverage ingredients and solutions, invites International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) attendees to experience its broad and innovative expertise in bakery and snacks at a time when the ingredients market for baked goods is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5% between 2022-2026, according to research conducted by Tate & L

Sourced from AKFP’s Asian production partner, native waxy tapioca starch is a gluten-free, clean-label, non-GMO ingredient high in amylopectin, that possesses a unique combination of functionalities which make it an effective stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier.

Farbest is already known for its robust portfolio of plant and dairy proteins, gums, natural colors, sweeteners, and more to meet customer needs.

CP Kelco, a global leader of nature-based ingredient solutions, announces today that its NUTRAVA® Citrus Fiber has been certified as an upcycled ingredient by the Upcycled Food Association. 

Ingredion Incorporated’s new NOVATION® Indulge 2940 starch expands the company’s line of clean label texturizers. New NOVATION® Indulge 2940 is the first non-GMO functional native corn starch that provides a unique texture for gelling and co-texturizing for popular dairy and alternative dairy products and desserts. 

Come and (re)discover Nexira’s deep commitment to sourcing, all the technological properties of acacia gum and locust bean gum, the nutritional benefits of prebiotic acacia fiber as well as its latest launch: a new combination of acacia and carob fibers.

Jungbunzlauer announced the groundbreaking for the first stage of this multi-year project, which is supported by $4.8 million from the Invest Ontario Fund.

The increasing global focus on healthy nutrition means that more and more consumers are searching for guilt-free indulgence. However, worldwide market research has shown that for many this remains a challenge. For example, one-fourth of US consumers, always or most of the time, feel guilty when snacking.

To date, no organic inulin from chicory is available. With the latest ongoing developments, BENEO will be able to offer inulin derived from chicory root fiber at a reasonable and competitive price premium compared to organic inulin from other sources.

The US yogurt category is already seeing high levels of low/no sugar development, with 20% of all launches in 2018 carrying such claims, up from just 4% in 2013.

Shoppers are increasingly ingredient-conscious and seek snack experiences that fit within evolving dietary preferences and personal goals.

ZenoBars remain unique among energy bars through the use of the sweetener allulose and a resistant dextrin binder made from organic tapioca.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 30 million Americans — nearly 10% of the entire population — are living with diabetes, and perhaps as many as 85 million more are living with prediabetes.

The launch of the new ice cream – with the company’s name on the labels -- demonstrates PureCircle’s confidence in the great taste of its next generation non-GMO stevia sweeteners.  They are an important break-through. The capabilities of these sweeteners and the company’s unique expertise in formulating with them are what make possible the delicious ‘PureCircle’ ice cream.

The plant-based, gluten-free PREbiotic dietary fiber promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut and helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels at a three grams per serving level. The company’s Arabinoxylan Plant Fiber Extract is fully soluble, making it functional and easy to use in supplements, foods, and beverages.