Prepared Foods back issues from October 2006:
Rebuilding seasons.(editorial views)(reducing obesity levels in United States, Department of Health and Human Services)(Editorial)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Ahh, fall is upon us, and with it comes football season. As many fans know all too well, the life of a favorite team has an ebb and flow, seasons of winning and all-too-often dry spells where wins are tough if not impossible to find. A team in the doldrums can take literally years to ...
Icy and spicy.(Hitting the Shelves)(J&J Snack Foods offers Tio Pepe's Hot Ice or Congelada Picante)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... For a cool treat that is hot to eat, J&J Snack Foods offers Tio Pepe's Hot Ice or Congelada Picante. These sweet and spicy ice pops have the ability to appeal to those that favor cool treats, but still desire a spicy edge. They are packaged in convenient squeeze tubes, which consumers need ...
Can you veal it?(Hitting the Shelves)(Italian Bistro line of pan ready veal cutlets from Catelli Brothers)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... For a fancy feast in the comfort of home comes the Italian Bistro line from Catelli Brothers. These entrees for two are claimed to be restaurant-quality main courses created by America's leading culinary experts and can be prepared in five minutes. The Veal Piccata variety contains fresh, ...
Inside out you turn me.(Hitting the Shelves)(Callisons Fine Foods' Seasoned Skewers)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Seasoning meat and veggies can sometimes be an arduous task, as it may require hours of marinating, an, the uncertainty of under or over-seasoning. However, Callisons Fine Foods' Seasoned Skewers offer a simple flavoring system that consumers are likely to enjoy. There are five ...
Tiny-finger food.(Hitting the Shelves)(Gerber Foods Soft Drinks introduces Graduates for Toddlers Mini Fruits)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Millions of snacks are geared toward adults, in a variety of forms and flavors. However, kids and toddlers need variation, too, and more such items are starting to populate store shelves. Gerber Graduates for Toddlers Mini Fruits, for example, is a healthy, freeze-dried snack made from ...
Ice cubes, no freezer needed.(Hitting the Shelves)(The Hershey Co. intorduces Ice Breakers Ice Cubes Gum)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... From Hershey is a novel new concept in the form of Ice Breakers Ice Cubes Gum. Made with xylitol, the gum is purported to produce an instant cooling sensation in the mouth. The cubes have a sparkling, crystallized appearance that not only resembles real ice cubes, but also carry the same ...
Global trends.(new product trends)
Oct 01, 2006 ... To keep beverages cool on the go, some consumers choose to freeze them solid and allow them to gradually thaw throughout the day, ensuring long-lasting refreshment. However, many bottles are not up to the task and become brittle or may even split. In Japan, 7-Eleven launched Super H20 ...
"Naan" too soon.(FGF Inc wins Spirit of Innovation Award for Fabulous Flats)(Cover story)
Oct 01, 2006; ... After a strong showing in the 2005 Spirit of Innovation Awards, FGF Brands returned in 2006, determined to make its mark. Boasting a new product tailored for the increasingly diverse American palate, FGF depended upon strong, knowledgeable teams to refine a formulation, scale up and ...
The warm form.(General Mills Inc recieves 2006 Spirit of Innovations Award for their new baking good)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Recognizing consumer desires is one thing; creating a product that meets their wants-on a multitude of levels-is something else entirely. In developing Warm Delights, developers at General Mills were meeting a number of trends head-on: convenience and indulgence being the primary two ....
Thai one on.(Liberty Richter Inc. wins 2006 Spirit of Innovation Award for Ka-Me Pad Thai Noodle Box)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Ka-Me is a brand with a long history. For over 30 years, it has offered packaged Asian ingredients and condiments; however, for its newest offering, developers at brand-owner Liberty Richter would look to territory uncharted in the brand's history. In the process, the groups ...
Organic grinding.(market watch)(Unilever Group introduces Breyers Organic Ice Cream)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... American consumers continuing to embrace organic foods, the number of such products on the market steadily grows, and the products now can be found even in indulgent areas of the supermarket. The Organic Trade Association has noted the increasing popularity of organic products in the U.S., ...
Howling good.(market watch)(Wellness Pet Foods introduces dog treats called WellBites, Pure Rewards and WellBars)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Americans love their pets. For many empty nesters, they provide the comfort and companionship lost since the children left home. For a growing number of young adults, pets are occupying the time and attention once reserved for children. Considering nearly one in five U.S. companies allow ...
Kids not alright.(market watch)(Pilgrim's Pride Corp. introduces low-fat chiken products for children)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Obesity concerns continue to dominate the media's attention around the country. Recent Centers for Disease Control (CDC) statistics show 119 million Americans either overweight or obese; that is 64.5% of the population. Furthermore, the crisis is not solely an American phenomenon; the ...
Signs of the cross-contact with allergens.(market watch)(Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition's report)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... The Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN), FDA, has prepared a report examining multiple issues relating to cross-contact with food allergens during the manufacture and distribution of foods, as well as the uses and consumer preferences about advisory labeling. The lull ...
Getting the skinny.(market watch)(obesity in America)
Oct 01, 2006 ... The Trust for America's Health has compiled a report evaluating the nation's obesity rates by state. Some 31 states saw their rates increase in 2005, led by the 29.5% of Mississippian adults considered to be obese. This is an increase of 1.1 percentage points compared with last year's ...
Two leaders in food ingredients have joined forces to develop flavor systems with health benefits.(THE IN BOX)(Cognis and WILD Flavors Inc.)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Two leaders in food ingredients have joined forces to develop flavor systems with health benefits. Cognis and WILD Flavors Inc. have signed an agreement to share their expertise for product innovation. ...
Briess Malt & Ingredients Company expanded its sales coverage with the addition of two managers.(THE IN BOX)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Briess Malt & Ingredients Company expanded its sales coverage with the addition of two managers ....
David Cai, PhD, joined Cognis Nutrition & Health as senior scientist responsible for managing scientific research projects.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * David Cai, PhD, joined Cognis Nutrition & Health as senior scientist ...
The Soyfoods Association of North America (SANA) has announced two new leadership changes for 2006 and 2007 with the naming of Geri Berdak, director of Public Affairs with The Solae Company, as president and Ted Nordquist, CEO of WholeSoy & Co., as vice president.(THE IN BOX)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * The Soyfoods Association of North America (SANA) has announced two new leadership changes for 2006 and 2007 with the naming of Geri Berdak, director of Public Affairs with The ...
Gelita AG.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Dr. Michael Witzel was appointed new ...
Glanbia plc. announced the acquisition of Seltzer Companies Inc. for $105 million.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Glanbia plc. announced the acquisition of Seltzer Companies Inc. for $105 ...
CP Kelco is expanding into China to produce purified carboxymethyl cellulose.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * CP Kelco is expanding into China to produce purified ...
LycoRed Corp. moved its U.S. headquarters to Orange, N.J.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * LycoRed Corp. moved its U.S. headquarters to ...
Wixon Inc.(THE IN BOX)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Wixon Inc. named Jason Williams as ...
Weetabix North America.(THE IN BOX)(Chuck Marble will oversee consolidated group)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Food industry veteran Chuck Marble, recently named executive vice president of Weetabix North America, will be ...
Nutrition 21 has an agreement to purchase consumer health product provider Icelandic Health that could also expand distribution of its chromium supplements.(THE IN BOX)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... * Nutrition 21 has an agreement to purchase consumer health product provider Icelandic Health that could also expand distribution of its ...
An apple a day ... but how big an apple?(regulations)(dietary guidelines for nutrient content claims )
Oct 01, 2006; ... Food and nutrition long have been intertwined, with advances in nutrition science spurring innovation in product development. How much of an ingredient or nutrient must be added to justify a label or advertising claim? The appropriate answer is taught in law school: "It depends." It does ...
The evolution of Mexican cuisine: Mexican cuisine has become a regular menu choice for most Americans, but it was not always that way. Over the past two decades, many factors have combined to change American consumers' perceptions about Mexican food and to direct their tastes toward more authentic variations.(culinary creations: the chef's edge)
Oct 01, 2006; ... American consumers' attitudes about Mexican food certainly have evolved since the 1940s. One early Bugs Bunny cartoon featured Porky Pig as a Mexican street vendor selling "hot tamales" that were far too spicy to be eaten! Sadly, for many years, that was the erroneous American perception ...
On the National Menu.(culinary creations)
Oct 01, 2006; ... * First Blood Native to Italy, the blood orange has quickly been gaining momentum across U.S. restaurant menus. According to Mintel Menu Insights, blood oranges have become vastly popular on restaurant menus in both food and beverages. The flavor of the blood orange is less ...
Sweet combinations: when mixed, two or more ingredients often create an effect that is greater than the sum of their individual components.(ingredient challenges)
Oct 01, 2006; ... The term "synergy" describes a state where the combination of individual parts becomes more advantageous than each of the parts considered separately. This article delves into sweetener synergies and describes why certain sweetener combinations deliver a taste or functionality impact ...
The snack pack: Boomers eating for health: snack food manufacturers hoping to target Baby Boomers have the daunting task of providing delectable, taste-tempting foods that help combat age-related diseases.(ingredient challenges)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Most people do not think of actress Sally Field, former President Bill Clinton or basketball superstar Michael Jordan as aging Baby Boomers, yet they are members of that segment of the U.S. population born between the years 1946 and 1964. Baby Boomers most often are associated ...
Using gums in "clean label" formulations: gums help add texture, fiber and smoothness to foods, and they can contribute multiple functional properties while helping to maintain a clean label. This is especially important in a time when consumers are beginning to understand food ingredient labels.(ingredient challenges)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Marketing requests for "clean label" formulations are steadily increasing, although no clear legal definition of clean label currently exists. The clean label momentum is driven by the success of retailers like Whole Foods, chef-inspired formulations that often avoid technical ingredients ...
Changing standards: changes to the Frozen Desserts Standard of Identity will impact the formulation of a number of products. This article, first appearing on page 94 of the August 2006 issue of Dairy Foods magazine, addresses what this may mean for ice cream formulations.(ingredient challenges)
Oct 01, 2006; ... It is possible to make no-sugar-added ice creams without added high-intensity sweeteners. Use of products such as maltitol, maltitol syrups and hydrogenated starch hydrolysates (a.k.a. polyglycitols) can provide the necessary sweetness and bulking functionality. Use rates need to be ...
A look at sensory coloring.(ingredient challenges)(food colors)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Sensory testing is necessary to help manufacturers appeal to the conscious and unconscious preferences of consumers. Consumer panels, trained sensory panels and instrumental analysis can be used to help guarantee that a product's color is consistent from batch to batch, comparable to gold ...
Expanding opportunities.(r&d applications)(gluten-free dietary products for celiac disease)
Oct 01, 2006; ... According to estimates, one in 100 people worldwide have celiac disease (CD)--also known as gluten-sensitive enteropathy, gluten intolerance or celiac sprue. CD, one of perhaps the most underdiagnosed diseases today, is manifested by an autoimmune response that is triggered by the ...
Sugar-free and fiber-rich.(r&d applications)(Roquette America Inc.'s sugar substitutes)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Health-minded consumers have become increasingly concerned about managing their weight and sugar intake, and they wish to do so without sacrificing taste or giving up their favorite sweet indulgence. Processors have responded to these concerns by removing part or all of the sugar in many ...
Feel the burn.(r&d applications)(David Michael and Co.'s Sensation Flavors )
Oct 01, 2006; ... Without the sparkle, pop and fizz of carbonation, a "flat" soda pop does not quite pull the same attraction. The delightful feeling in the nose and on the tongue after a swig of soda is a trigeminal sensation. It is the response that happens when aromas and volatile compounds perceived in ...
Customizing crunch.(r&d applications)
Oct 01, 2006; ... Whey proteins offer unique nutritional benefits including the highest biological value of natural proteins, containing all of the essential amino acids and the highest levels of branched chain amino acids. Preferred by millions of consumers as the gold standard for nutritional comparison ...
Corn Bran captures claims.(r&d applications)
Oct 01, 2006; ... "Wellness" foods are reshaping the way Americans eat, according to a new report from Packaged Facts, publishing division of MarketResearch.com. This report, entitled "Culinary Trend Mapping Report: A Bimonthly Journal of Food and Ingredient Insight," shows how these wellness foods are ...
All-natural fat replacer.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... What gum blend can replace fat in dressings, instant bake mixes, sauces, meat analogs, ice cream and more? Gum Technology's cold setting Coyote Brand Stabilizer CKX-Fat Replacer mimics fat and creates a creamy mouthfeel in low-/non-fat products. This ...
Functionality without fats.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Replacement of triglycerides with high levels of trans fatty acids remains a target for food manufacturers. Dairy-Lo[R], a functionally modified whey protein concentrate made by Parmalat Canada, can replace the mouthfeel lost when a partially hydrogenated oil high in trans fatty acids ...
Free flow.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Improve the quality of your processing with the help of a leading food technology firm. Degussa's SIPERNAT[R] and AEROSIL[R] silica products are sold throughout the world in food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical and agricultural products to provide free ...
Halal approval.(abstracts)(Naturex recieves halal approval from Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Increased globalization is leading to changes in the social behaviors and attitudes of the younger Muslim generation. While they remain halal-conscious, they still want to eat Thai food Chinese food, pizza and burgers. Naturex, the specialist of natural ingredients, has received halal ...
Burn fat, lose weight.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... An all-natural weight loss ingredient is clinically proven to reduce body weight, curb appetite and maintain healthy cholesterol levels while burning fat. Available as a unique calcium/potassium salt of hydroxycitric acid (HCA), Super CitriMax[R], from InterHealth Nutraceuticals, is ...
Power plant.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... CoQ10 is a powerful, fat-soluble, vitamin-like substance found naturally in all forms of animal life. Vital in the production of energy, it is a power plant of the body that is found in most cells, with especially high concentration in the heart. EP40AN, from Kaneka Nutrients, contains 40% ...
Clean salt taste.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Low-salt products will receive a boost from Maxarome[R] Select, a high nucleotide yeast extract and a useful tool in formulating foods such as chips, sauces, soups and other products. This product increases the perception of salt, but allows for as much as a 40%-60% reduction in salt in ...
Sweet-tart.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... The old saying "you catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar" has a new twist: 100% honey balsamic vinegar. The first balsamic vinegar made exclusively from honey has been developed by the National Honey Board. Made with only two honey-based ingredients, naturally brewed honey ...
100 calorie snacks are in!(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Yes, calorie counting is back! Develop controlled-calorie snacks that appeal to weight-conscious consumers. Danisco's delicious formulations for cookies, cakes, wafers, beverages, chocolates and confections made with Litesse[R] polydextrose and lactitol have reduced calories, fat and sugar ...
From concept to market.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Merge your manufacturing or blending experience with professional sourcing and marketing expertise. Since 1892, the Scoular Company has offered ingredient and co-packing solutions to food processors. Starches, proteins, lactates, flours and fibers are just some of the ingredients Scoular ...
AACC International's Board of Directors approves glycemic carbohydrates definitions.(abstracts)(American Association of Cereal Chemists)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... After considerable debate and input from many sources, an ad hoc committee of AACC recommends the following definitions: * Available carbohydrate is carbohydrate that is released from a food in digestion and which is absorbed as monosaccharides and metabolized by the body ...
Give them the raspberry!(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Using proprietary distillation techniques guarantees maximum raspberry flavor. Wholly distilled from fresh raspberries, Raspberry Treattarome 9845 from Treatt PLC delivers varying levels of flavor intensity at different dosage amounts, offers an authentic, ...
Natural beta-carotene.(abstracts)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Until recently, most manufactured versions of beta-carotene were synthetic. Together with the Spanish company VITATENE, WILD has developed a formulation based on natural beta-carotene for widespread use within the food and beverage industry. The newly developed, natural colorant named ...
Metabolic syndrome.(abstracts)(red wine use)(Brief article)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Red wine may protect against metabolic syndrome by enhancing nitric oxide synthase function. According to a review from Chile, results from several laboratories indicate that the improvements in risk factors after red wine consumption are mediated by endothelial nitric oxide synthase ...
Arista offers healthy plant-derived oils for snack foods.(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Arista Industries offers plant-derived oils that enable snack food manufacturers to eliminate trans fats and animal fats from both baked and fried snacks. Arista provides "healthy" seed oils such as sesame, sunflower, safflower, ...
Gum Technology has over twenty-five years of experience using research and development technology to formulate and supply an extensive choice of natural gum blends, hydrocolloids and stabilizers.(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Gum Technology has over twenty-five years of experience using research and development technology to formulate and supply an extensive choice of natural gum blends, hydrocolloids and stabilizers. Gum Technology Coyote Brand products create emulsions, suspend particulates, extend ...
Need to stabilize, thicken, suspend, gel or form films? Think CP Kelco for fruit-based product applications.(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... CP Kelco provides unique hydrocolloid solutions to meet your food & beverage application needs. If you want to distinguish your fruit-based products, try our new award ...
Tragon is not a cookie cutter marketing research company.(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Tragon is not a cookie cutter marketing research company. We meet each product development and marketing challenge with a unique solution that combines our expertise in consumer behavior, sensory ...
Boost cholesterol product sales.(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... Vegapure[R] sterols and sterol esters provide everything to capture your share of the $30 billion cholesterol product market: global phytosterols leadership, ongoing R&D commitment, ...
WILD's SaltTrim[TM]! It's better than Salt![TM].(Supplier Literature)
Oct 01, 2006 ... WILD Flavors, Inc's new, proprietary technology, SaltTrim[TM] simultaneously blocks the negative tastes of potassium chloride while keeping the ...
Innovation invigorates Kellogg Company's new century.
Oct 01, 2006; ... Ever since Will Keith (W.K.) Kellogg walked away from the test kitchen stove in 1894, only to return the next day and stumble upon flaked cereal, the company that bears his name has never left it--at least for long. Now, 112 years later--and 100 years after W.K. started Battle ...