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Study analyses mineral content in plant-based beverages

Pea-based drinks contain the most phosphorus, selenium and zinc Plant-based milk alternatives are an attractive option for people with allergies or intolerances, or who prefer a dairy-free diet. However, because some essential minerals are required

Cabinet decides to restrict export of wheat flour

To put a check on mounting prices of wheat flour in the country The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has approved the the proposal for amendment of policy of

Centre asks edible oil producers to declare net quantity in volume without temp

Since weight of edible oil is different at different temperature The Centre has advised the Edible Oil Manufacturers/ Packers/ Importers to declare net quantity on edible oil etc. in volume without temperature in addition to

Nutrient deficiencies are silent killers

The popular rephrased proverb 'An apple a day keeps the disease away' is more relevant today. Immunity and wellness products are the modern day 'apple'. They provide food nutrients every day, in required adequate quantities,

Re-use of used cooking oil by commercial FBOs is pervasive in India: Report

Need for greater collaboration between government food safety authorities, networks of doctors, nutritionists and experts, and private sector organisations A collaborative and evidence driven regulatory framework can help India fight the diversion of toxic waste

Kings Infra Ventures inks agreement with CIFT to make RTE fish products

Also taking up the conversion of shrimp head, shells and other leftovers into value added products Ernakulam-based Kings Infra Ventures has signed a pact with the Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT), Kochi for developing

SRM University organises Probiotics Awareness Day in Sonipat

In association with Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India)  SRM University, in association with the Gut Microbiota and Probiotic Science Foundation (India), recently organised its first-ever "Probiotics Awareness Day" in Sonipat. Students from 15

IFF unveils Nourish Innovation Lab in US

State-of-the-art facility will allow IFF and customers to co-create, pilot forward-looking food and beverage solutions IFF has announced the opening of its new Nourish Innovation Lab at the company’s Union Beach, New Jersey, US research and development centre. In

IIT-G develops new method to produce sugar substitute ‘Xylitol’ from sugarcane waste

Overcomes limitations of chemical methods of synthesis & time delays associated with conventional fermentation  Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) researchers have developed an ultrasound-assisted fermentation method to produce a safe sugar substitute called ‘Xylitol’ from sugarcane bagasse

Myprotein and Keventers introduce chocolate milkshake with whey protein

Myprotein Chocolate Hazelnut Whey Protein is available for Rs 2999, starting August 2022 Continuing their collaboration to make fitness nutrition more flavoursome, leading sports nutrition brand Myprotein, and one of the biggest iconic dairy brands