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Research
Engineers offer sand particles as possible cure for obesity

Engineers offer sand particles as possible cure for obesity

Porous silica from sand can promote an anti-obesity effect by functioning locally in the gut Engineered particles of purified sand could be the next anti-obesity therapy as new research from the University of South Australia

Ingredients
Arjuna Natural’s botanical blend provides pain relief at half dose

Arjuna Natural’s botanical blend provides pain relief at half dose

Arjuna will showcase Rhuleave-K and other branded ingredients at CPHI, Frankfurt, on November 1-3, 2022 Results of a third clinical study reveal that Kochi-based Arjuna Natural’s Rhuleave-K is also effective in pain relief at a dosage

Interview
“Alt Protein startup founders need to timely understand shortfalls and adopt changes”

“Alt Protein startup founders need to timely understand shortfalls and adopt changes”

“Alternative protein or Alt protein” is going to be a critical food category solution in immediate future and there are many thought leaders, entrepreneurs, academicians in India sharing their views time to time. However, it

Food
Akshayakalpa introduces Organic Greek Yoghurt

Akshayakalpa introduces Organic Greek Yoghurt

Aiming to chart a new wave of healthy and clean eating habits  Bengaluru-based Akshayakalpa Organic has launched its first Organic Greek Yoghurt in two variants- Plain and Mango.  This product has been developed over 2

Ingredients
Roquette launches new line of organic pea ingredients

Roquette launches new line of organic pea ingredients

Reinforces its leadership position in the food revolution French firm Roquette has announced the launch of a new line of organic pea ingredients: organic pea starch and organic pea protein. These ingredients are produced at

Research
Study finds snacking on almonds boosts gut health

Study finds snacking on almonds boosts gut health

Significantly increases the production of butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid that promotes gut health A team of researchers from King's College London investigated the impact of whole and ground almonds on the composition of gut

Global
Increased investment must for better access to safe drinking water: Report

Increased investment must for better access to safe drinking water: Report

Governments and partners must dramatically increase political commitment to drinking water and quadruple investments Governments must invest strategically in building safe drinking water systems by not only increasing funding, but also strengthening capacities to plan,

Beverages
Nestlé buys Seattle’s Best Coffee brand from Starbucks

Nestlé buys Seattle’s Best Coffee brand from Starbucks

Bolsters North American coffee business with acquisition of Seattle’s Best Coffee Starbucks and Nestlé have announced that Nestlé plans to acquire the Seattle's Best Coffee brand from Starbucks. This transaction is part of Nestlé's focus

Research
Spice containers may pose contamination risk during food preparation

Spice containers may pose contamination risk during food preparation

Food scientists conducting large collaborative study of consumer behaviour reveal new results A recent study on the potential for cross-contaminating kitchen surfaces with pathogens during food preparation has pointed to an unlikely culprit for spreading

Technologies
Evochef introduces world’s first smart dosa maker

Evochef introduces world’s first smart dosa maker

EC FLIP will reduce the time to set up the stove, clean up after the cooking process Chennai-based startup Evochef is all set to enter the kitchen with state-of-the-art smart and unique offerings - this time