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The rise in demand for high quality protein is driving up livestock production, which can lead to increased pressures in land and water use, possible resource scarcity and even increase in green house gas emissions. Red meat, being a popular choice of protein can potentially cause health issues on regular consumption. In addition, there is a growin...

Growing consumer demand for naturally derived additives and raw materials and concerns about health issues due to consumption of artificial sweeteners have led to the increasing research activities on sugar substitutes and alternatives. Currently, a major trend in the F&B industry is the “clean label” trend that is being actively pursued by ingredi...

Vitamin C, also referred to as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin found naturally in a number of fresh fruits and vegetables. Though primarily known for its nutritional and pharmaceutical health benefits, vitamin C also has strong antioxidant activities. Commercial vitamin C is manufactured through fermentation of glucose. Conventional manuf...

Magnesium is the second most essential mineral and functions as a cofactor in more than 300 enzyme reactions that regulate various biochemical functions, including muscle and nerve contractions, blood glucose and blood pressure control, and protein synthesis, among others. The mineral is not only essential for maintaining healthy bone and joint he...

The study analyzes probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics used in animal feed, pet food, and supplements, focusing strictly on ingested biotics impacting gut health and performance outcomes. The scope excludes non-feed applications (e.g., silage inoculants, aquaculture bioremediation, and other environmental or processing applications) to maintain...

The research assesses growth opportunities for medical food ingredients across key therapeutic applications and regional markets. Medical foods, also referred to as Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs), occupy a distinct regulatory and commercial position between pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, addressing disease-specific nutritional requ...