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A new report published by ingredient specialist IFF highlights how GLP-1 agonist drugs are ‘significantly’ impacting the nutritional needs and sensory eating experience of consumers.

Food and drink sold and manufactured in Texas containing artificial ingredients could require on-pack warning labels if a new bill becomes law.

Mars-owned snack brand Kind has launched several new fruity, grain-filled energy bars in the US, offering a 'fruit-forward' take on traditional energy bar products.

Plant-based start-up Meala FoodTech has partnered with DSM-Firmenich to launch Vertis PB Pea, a texturizing pea protein designed to bring better nutritional value to meat alternatives.

A recent report has found that 100% of 145 rice samples tested contained arsenic, with more than one in four samples exceeding the FDA’s safety limit for infant rice cereal.

A new peer-reviewed study has shown how bio-based materials start-up Xampla’s novel plant protein microcapsules protect fat-soluble active ingredients through simulated digestion, through to the intestinal phase.

TurtleTree has received a ‘No Questions’ letter from the US Food and Drug Administration, validating the safety of its precision-fermented lactoferrin ingredient for use in food.

Organic dairy alternatives brand Forager Project has introduced a new Greek-style yogurt delivering 10g of protein per serving.

Danone’s Oikos brand has ventured beyond the dairy aisle for the first time to launch Oikos Protein Shakes, a new line of RTD shelf-stable beverages containing 30g of protein per bottle.

The obsession with protein shows no signs of slowing, but is this nutrient really the health hero it’s made out to be?

US plant-based snack brand Nature’s Bakery has added two new flavours to its soft snack bar line-up.

Nestlé has announced a strategic overhaul of its R&D operations, focusing on enhancing its capabilities in biotechnology and establishing a pioneering centre for deep tech.