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Dried, concentrated probiotic cultures are the most convenient for incorporating into functional foods as they are easy to store, handle and transport. Probiotics are trending as a key ingredient in ...

Addition of a probiotic/prebiotic* mix to the conventional high-energy ready-to-use therapeutic foods used in feeding programmes does not improve severe malnutrition outcomes for African children.

Kombucha is a good source of probiotics, live microorganisms that support a healthy gut. However, a few other drinks have as ...

Through a focus on functional foods, added probiotics and new technology, packaged breakfast is moving way beyond the cereal aisle and past the yogurt case. 2019 is poised to be a year of incredible ...

Common perceptions of categories perceived as indulgent or unhealthy are a powerful impetus for innovation that focuses on reformulation with functional ingredients to increase the healthful benefits ...

“Functional and purpose-driven foods are intentionally designed or selected to deliver specific physiological benefits, often ...

Want to know which probiotic foods to eat to improve your health and wellbeing? As well as breaking down foods and absorbing nutrients, the gut has a massive impact on how well the body and mind works ...

Longevity experts favor fatty fish, greens, berries, nuts, seeds and fermented foods weekly. These foods deliver omega-3s, ...

The pandemic has been accelerating demand for immunity boosting products and ingredients. Functional ingredients supplier, Beneo reveals that the coronavirus has caused 75 per cent of consumers to ...

Taking probiotics and magnesium together is considered safe and may help with mood and the gut microbiome. It's not ...

NEXT reports on the fastest-growing small food businesses for 2026, highlighting trends like functional foods, global flavors ...