fats
‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ initiative makes a global impact
On the United Nations International Day of Families (15 May), Nestlé announced its global ‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ initiative.
May 2018
Equipment: Sorting and inspection Ingredients: Oils and fats; gum Packaging: Turnkey packaging solutions Product focus: Healthy confectionery Show review: Anuga FoodTec.
A work in progress
Since taking up his position of Caobisco president 18 months ago, Alessandro Cagli believes the industry has made solid progress in terms of collaboration, education, innovation and product formulation. Katie Smith reports.
Mintel says Brits are cutting down on yellow fats and edible oils
New research from Mintel reveals that over three in five (62%) Brits who buy butter, spread, oil and fat say they are frying less food at home now compared to a few years ago, while 43% say they are buying fewer bread products and 42% say they are baking less at home.
Shea-based shortening cuts saturated fats
IOI Loders Croklaan Europe has launched Presdough 270 SB, a shea-based palm oil alternative for use in bakery products.
Chocolate sugar and fat reduction project unveiled
Research institute Campden BRI is inviting companies to join research into the evaluation of viable routes for sugar and fat reduction in chocolate and related products.
Clubbing together
The confectionery industry is once again uniting in the battle towards sugar and fat reduction, this time with the launch of a research group dubbed the ‘chocolate and confectionery club.
UK campaign encourages kids to substitute crisps for nuts
General practitioner and television presenter Dr Dawn Harper has launched a UK nationwide campaign to educate parents on the advantages of encouraging children to eat nuts as a snack.
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.
Changing tastes to drive global sugar market slowdown
Consumers’ shift away from sugar consumption is an important driver behind significant changes in the food and beverage industry, according to a new report.
Making waves
Daisy Phillipson takes a look at innovations in extrusion and forming machinery and how they can help confectionery and bakery manufacturers ensure a foothold in the health market.
Netzsch presents first CIP conch
Netzsch Confectionery has developed what it claims is the world’s first cleaning in place (CIP) conch, offering new possibilities for the production of confectionery masses.
May 2017
Equipment: Gum processing Ingredients: Oils and fats; bakery ingredients Packaging: Turnkey packaging solutions Product focus: Healthy confectionery
Barry Callebaut launches chocolate and fruit fillings
Cocoa and chocolate manufacturer Barry Callebaut has introduced a range of chocolate and fruit fillings for confectionery and bakery applications.