Antioxidants/Omegas

Kemin Fortium RVC antioxidant

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 12:00:00 -0400

Kemin Industries, a provider of shelf-life extension and food safety solutions that help manufacturers protect their food and beverage products, is adding a new antioxidant to its portfolio of antioxidant solutions.

Better-for-you, Ayurvedic bread from Surya Spa

Fri, 04 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400

Surya Spa bakes breads that feature healthy ingredients like fruit and nuts, and also some ingredients more akin to Ayurveda than the bakery industry.

An exclusive interview with the founders of Munk Pack

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 10:25:00 -0400

Munk Pack, winner of the 2017 ‘Best Health School Snacks’ contest, discusses natural, healthy, vegan snacks.

Munk Pack wins 2017 ‘Best Healthy School Snacks’ contest

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:31:00 -0400

Munk Pack’s line of innovative Protein Cookies line took away top honors in this year's ‘Best Healthy School Snacks’ contest.

Keeping consumers heart healthy during the holidays

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 00:00:00 -0500

As a cardiologist, I am continuously telling my patients about the importance of heart health. While many people wait until the new year to focus on their health, the holiday season provides the perfect time for them to make a conscious effort to eat items that are heart healthy.

The health benefits of antioxidants and omega-3s

ccochran@grainsfoundation.org (Christine Cochran) — Mon, 04 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Our bodies constantly experience wear and tear. As a result, they produce substances called free radicals that attack healthy cells.

Mix it up with dough conditioners and premixes

mmweber1@verizon.net (Maxine Weber) — Thu, 05 Mar 2015 00:00:00 -0500

Consumers want clean labels, nutrition, high quality and low prices—and for high-volume bakers, new dough conditioners, often delivered in a diversified premixes, are the answer.

Staying sharp with omegas and antioxidants

ccochran@grainsfoundation.org (Christine Cochran) — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 00:00:00 -0500

It may seem that omegas and antioxidants have always been top of mind for consumers and researchers.

Vitamins and minerals: Going mainstream

ccochran@grainsfoundation.org (Christine Cochran) — Wed, 12 Feb 2014 00:00:00 -0500

Walking through the grocery store recently, I overheard a conversation between two people going through their shopping list. “All we are missing is some protein,” said one patron to the other.

The skinny on fats and oils

Tue, 10 Dec 2013 00:00:00 -0500

New formulations, changing government regulations and market volatility all come into play regarding the fats and oils market. Even though fat remains an important part of a healthy diet, some fats are better than others. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the category, from high-oleic soybean oil to trans-fat-free and enzymatically interesterified products that transform liquid oil into bakery shortening without creating any trans-fat.

Omega 3 fatty acids and other antioxidants

Mon, 11 Nov 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants have become household words. The body doesn’t make Omega 3s, so we must get them in our food supply. Fortunately, thousands of antioxidants are found in grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes.

Ingredient Briefs: March 2013

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0400

Ingredient briefs from different suppliers. Check it out!

The Power of purple

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Axium Foods, known best for private-label, corn-based snacks, launches its own brand of enhanced-nutrition tortilla chips of a different color, Mystic Harvest Purple Corn Tortilla Chips. Loaded with healthful antioxidants, the chips are not only eye-catching, they have a tasty flavor and crunch.

Improving nutritional profiles

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Omegas and antioxidants have much to offer the snack food and bakery segments, and new innovations provide more options than ever.

Paring it Down

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 -0400

Portion-controlled snacks are more popular than ever, as consumers look to limit their calorie and fat intake.

State of the Industry: Bread, Buns, Rolls—A Clubhouse of Bakery Offerings

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:59:00 -0400

It’s golf season, and that means it’s State of the Industry time. Have things changed much since last year? The sluggish economy is still bearish and has had an effect on bakers, though they continue to iron out new products and spin old favorites.

The Grain Gain

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 07:26:00 -0500

Baked goods and snack foods made with whole grains and ancient grains, such as amaranth, oats, quinoa and spelt, used to be sold primarily in specialty natural and organic food stores, healthfood stores and in mom-and-pop stores catering to local ethnic groups. Now, products containing such grains are starting to appear more readily in bakery departments and bread aisles throughout the United States.

Bakers Batter Up

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0500

Bakers can hit a home run in today’s market by mixing wholesome, healthful ingredients with some new twists of their own to stand out among the competition. But they still must hold their ground when it comes to pricing and discounting. Even if they have a few strikes-outs along the way, bakers are developing new products to keep on making a hit with consumers.

Keeping Weight Management Real

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 13:00:00 -0500

Many ingredient suppliers are stepping up with heart-healthy, weight-management solutions that allow consumers to indulge without the guilt.

Nutrition Education at All Things Baking

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:00:00 -0500

Contributing columnist and president of the Grain Foods Foundation (GFF), Judi Adams, recaps the highlights from GFF’s grains nutrition panel discussion held at All Things Baking.

Be Wise About Wheat

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 15:25:00 -0400

Editor-in-Chief Lauren R. Hartman discusses a new book published about wheat and why consumers should be wise when cutting it out of their diet.

Bakery's Heavy Hitters

Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:44:00 -0400

It’s baseball season, says editor-in-chief Lauren R. Hartman. That means the June issue is revved up with our annual focus on the State of the Bakery Industry.

IBIE Editor's Choice

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:48:00 -0500

Exhibitors at the International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) showcased an array of new equipment and ingredient solutions. Check out what made Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery’s Editor’s Choice picks as hot items for 2010-11.