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How processing affects fat absorption from plant-based foods
Preserving the natural structure of plant-based foods can help regulate the amount of fat absorbed by the body, according to a new study.
Feeling nostalgic
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting the founders of commercial artisan confectionery manufacturer Champion & Reeves, who have recreated a product no longer in production.
Nuts.com acquires Kopper’s Chocolate
Online nuts, dried fruit and snacks retailer Nuts.com has revealed the acquisition of gourmet chocolate company, Kopper’s Chocolate, alongside the chocolatier’s 80th anniversary.
Nuts about nuts
Nuts account for a rising share of new product launches in the ever-evolving global snacks category, new research suggests.
Processing ProSweets
Everything from coating machines, 3D gum printers and naturally flavoured glazes to thin packaging solutions were showcased at ProSweets Cologne. Katie Smith reports.
Almond and chocolate become top consumer picks
Chocolate products with almonds are the preference of consumers around the world, according to the Almond Board of California.
Almond co-products set to reduce food waste
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has announced it is currently looking for ways to optimise almond co-products such as almond hulls, shells and other woody materials in order to reduce food waste.
Almonds are number one nut in Europe
Almonds are now the number one nut in new introductions in Europe with a 48% regional share and a new record high of 42% globally, according to Innova Market Research.
Nuts for almonds
Harbinder Mann highlights the potential uses for almonds and their beneficial impact for consumers and manufacturers alike.
Nut free marzipan substitute debuts
German company GoodMills Innovation has developed a cereal-based powdered marzipan replacement for use in the production of fine baked goods.
Divine Chocolate secures new listings
Divine Chocolate has secured new listings with food service partners and multiple retailers across the UK.
Almonds improve diet quality
A new study published in Nutrition Research has found that adding a moderate amount of almonds to the family diet significantly improves overall diet quality and modulated intestinal microbiota composition in study participants.
Going nuts
Almonds have been rated as the number one nut for inclusion in new chocolate products for the seventh year running, says Innova Market Insights.
A global challenge
California’s almond crop has been seriously affected by long term drought, resulting in a global shortage. Sara Cimetta reports: