Dairy processors got a first-hand look at the new ingredients and flavors for dairy foods at the IFT 12 Annual Meeting + Food Expo last month in Las Vegas.
LycoRed Limited announced that the company's production of Tomat-O-Red, the only FDA-approved, all-natural lycopene red color additive, has doubled in the past month to meet growing market demand among food and beverage manufacturers.
Premium Ingredients presented its latest products for the dairy industry at Aahar 2012 in New Delhi, India. Premitex XLN-11015 for non-dairy whipping cream is UHT treatment-resistant.
Digestive health is the basis of all good nutrition. Many foods promote digestive health through the consumption of live and active bacteria (that is, “pro-biotics”) in conjunction with pro-biotic-friendly (meaning “pre-biotic”) ingredients. This allows for secondary beneficial effects related to blood sugar control, reduced serum lipids, increases in intestinal microflora and other healthful benefits.
Inclusions range from baked goods to fruits and nuts to syrupy variegates. They are an easy way for dairy processors to liven up their products. Simple vanilla ice cream becomes a carnival treat by mixing in peanut pieces and caramel swirl. Strawberry low-fat yogurt transforms to a decadent dessert when glazed pecans and shortcake squares become a topping.
Tate & Lyle has announced the expansion of its range of native starches, with the introduction of two extra dry starch products with low moisture contents.