Prebiotics are non-digestible food components that promote the growth of beneficial microorganisms in the intestine. In doing so, they support the body in building a healthier and more balanced environment within the gut, which can lead to several positive health outcomes, including:
Prebiotics naturally occur in a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, including:
COVID-19 has driven changes in how we eat, shop, work, and play that will offer new opportunities for food product developers.
Plant and Animal Protein Choices: Consumer Viewpoints and Purchasing Behaviors
IFT President Noel Anderson underscores the importance of the Zero Hunger goal.
News about food science research, food companies, food regulations, and consumer/marketplace trends
A look at healthful fruit and whole grain ingredients for food formulating
COVID-19 has driven changes in how we eat, shop, work, and play that will offer new opportunities for food product developers.
Plant and Animal Protein Choices: Consumer Viewpoints and Purchasing Behaviors
IFT President Noel Anderson underscores the importance of the Zero Hunger goal.
News about food science research, food companies, food regulations, and consumer/marketplace trends
A look at healthful fruit and whole grain ingredients for food formulating
As health-conscious consumers seek refreshing, flavorful, and satisfying alternatives to traditional alcoholic beverages, no- and low-alcohol beers, spirits, and mocktails are gaining popularity, spurred by innovations in flavor, function, and variety.
In this podcast, we discuss food safety culture, including how food safety culture is established, measured, and how they are expected to change in light of ongoing advancements in food science and policy. Our guests include Hugo Gutierrez, Global Food Safety and Quality Officer for Kerry, and Bob Gravani, Professor Emeritus of Food Science and Director Emeritus of the National Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) Program at Cornell University.
In the food industry, botulinum toxin is associated with a severe form of food poisoning caused by improperly preserved food. Researchers have developed a technology that addresses the role of botulinum toxin in both food and cosmetic applications.
