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EU health claim for vitamin D benefit
The European Commission has authorised an Article 14 EFSA health claim, submitted by DSM, stating that vitamin D helps to lower the risk of falling associated with postural instability and muscle weakness. The decision allows brand owners to market a scientifically proven, cost effective and safe way of reducing bone fractures and thereby significantly improving […]
INGREDIENTS: Weekly round-up
Here is your weekly round-up of Ingredients news. If you have a news item you would like to submit for next week’s round-up, please contact Carly Wood at carly@bellpublishing.com.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Sustainability
Demand for artificial ingredient-free yogurt
DSM has published a Global Insight paper, stating that consumers demand dairy products such as yogurt prepared with simple and familiar ingredients. Based on a survey, carried out in countries as varied as China, US, Brazil and Turkey, the results reveal that consumers are actively looking for these ‘clean label’ products made with fewer, more […]
Growing global demand for yoghurt
DSM, the global life sciences and materials sciences company, has published a Global Insight paper, stating that the appeal of yoghurt is on the rise globally. Carried out in countries as varied as China, US, Brazil and Turkey, the survey identifies a growing demand for yoghurt as health-conscious consumers make it a regular habit. The […]
DSM announces fermentation-based sweetener platform
DSM, the global life sciences and materials sciences company, has announced that it is well on its way to build a high intensity sweetener platform based on fermentation. DSM states that as the global consumption of Stevia as a sweetener is rapidly growing, it’s time for the introduction of steviol glycosides produced through fermentation, a […]
DSM launches protease enzyme range
DSM has recently launched its complete portfolio of protease enzymes aimed at helping the food industry to do more with protein in different food products. The Maxipro portfolio includes a wide range of proteases that help improve protein solubility, functionality and digestibility as well as improve the taste profile of protein and even reduce allergic reactions […]
DSM’s new patent ensures absence of off-flavour in lactose-free dairy
DSM’s patent application for Maxilact lactase, which is free from arylsulfatase, has been granted in Europe. Maxilact enables dairy producers to formulate lactose-free dairy products without any off-flavours. The patent relates to a lactase enzyme, which is free from arylsulfatase. Arylsulfatase is an impurity found in lactase that converts components naturally present in milk to […]
DSM proposes adaptations to vitamin E intake
The conclusions of a workshop led by DSM to address the challenges of setting appropriate intake recommendations for vitamin E have been published in the International Journal for Vitamin and Nutrition Research[1]. The paper, which outlines a concept for the appropriate assessment of vitamin E status and functionality in order to define desirable vitamin E […]
DSM enzyme wins innovation award
DSM Food Specialities has been named as the winner of the Savoury/Meat Innovation of the Year award at the Food Ingredients Excellence Awards 2013 for its Maxipro HSP enzyme. The enzyme is a unique protease that is able to extract valuable protein from existing animal-based products, thereby offering the world an extra source of protein […]
Survey reveals demand for natural, home-made tasting food
Global life sciences company DSM has published results of a consumer survey revealing that urban consumers buying pre-prepared foods are seeking fresh, natural flavours and dishes that taste as though they could be home cooked. The survey results from 5,000 urban consumers in countries as diverse as the US, Brazil, China, Poland and Nigeria are […]
Magnet filters weak magnetic particles from foodstuffs
Goudsmit Magnetic Systems BV will introduce a new type of magnet at the Solids 2013 Fair in Rotterdam. This semi-automatic clean-flow magnet is composed of magnetic bars, and it filters weak magnetism and very small metal particles (from 30 mHu) from – among other things – foodstuffs. Particles smaller than 1mm are not detected by […]
Oat beta-glucan wins award
DSM’s heart health ingredient OatWell oat beta-glucan has been named one of the most innovative products of the year at the Food Ingredients South America (FiSA) awards 2013. Beta-glucan, a soluble fibre found in oats, is a naturally-derived ingredient that is particularly well-known for its heart health benefits, and also helps to lower cholesterol and […]
Preservation innovation extends beverage shelf life
Global life sciences company DSM has announced the launch of DelvoCid+, a preservation solution for beverages that helps to keep drinks fresh for longer whilst offering a clean taste and cost-efficiency. Applying the unique benefits of natamycin (the natural antifungal) to beverages, DelvoCid+ effectively eliminates the risk of yeast and mould growth in beverage processing. […]
New yeast extract allows 81% reduction in carbon footprint
DSM Food Specialties has published a report confirming that savoury food producers around the world can reduce the CO2 footprint of the yeast extracts they use by 81% – equivalent to almost 85,000 car trips around the world or the annual footprint of almost 53,000 people in Europe. The calculations are based on replacing the […]