Gut bacteria discovery in infants
15 November, 2022Nestlé scientists have discovered a gut bacteria prevalent in the transition from infancy to early childhood that could help with the development of future products.
Popcorn: a microbiome-boosting superfood in disguise
15 November, 2022A University of Nebraska-Lincoln research team has bred new varieties of popcorn to outperform other kernels in nutritional value and taste.
Drying and evaporation technology for plant-based products
04 October, 2022 by Jim McMahonChanging market demands are driving food processors towards developing plant-based proteins that require drying and evaporation process technologies.
Nestlé develops new product from animal-free dairy proteins
13 September, 2022The Nestlé R&D team in Switzerland has explored new technologies to develop an alternative milk made with animal-free protein from Perfect Day, which is being piloted in the US.
Nuts less energy-dense than previously thought
16 August, 2022Australian research has found nuts may provide up to 26% less kilojoules than previously thought, with potential implications for food labelling laws.
Flipping attitudes to processed foods with science
15 August, 2022Research at Charles Sturt University has shattered the misconception that all processed food is bad for you.
Researchers develop 'apeeling' banana flour cookies
12 August, 2022Researchers have used banana peel flour (BPF) to increase the level of nutrition in cookies without compromising their flavour.
Scientists develop healthy gummies
26 July, 2022Researchers have made sweet gummies and spreads from canola oil that are full of healthy fats and could be used for a nutritional boost in manufactured foods.
Raw meat for dogs associated with harmful bacteria
22 July, 2022Scientists in England have found that dogs that eat raw meat may be more likely to carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria in their faeces.
Brightly coloured produce can boost women's health
22 July, 2022Degenerative conditions, more common in women, can be reduced by eating leafy greens and colourful veggies that are high in pigmented carotenoids.
Probiotics can help to tackle depression
18 July, 2022Researchers have shown that probiotics can support the effect of antidepressants and help to alleviate depression.
COVID-like viruses can survive on meat in freezer
12 July, 2022Viruses with a similar structure to SARS-CoV-2 can survive for up to 30 days on meat products in the freezer, according to new research.
Plant-based meats may contain less useful protein
24 June, 2022Scientists have found that the proteins in meat substitutes may be less nutritious, as they may not be absorbed as well by the body as animal proteins.
Could a daily beer be good for men's gut health?
16 June, 2022Research has found that both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beers can increase the presence of healthy bacteria in the guts of men.
Fat alternative for food industry using nanoparticle technology
15 June, 2022An emulsification process using edible nanoparticles to transform oils into gels could help develop a healthier shelf-stable fat for food manufacturing.
