Israeli startup Nextage to join forces with Tempo for cannabis-based drinks
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Israeli startup Nextage to join forces with Tempo for cannabis-based drinks

Ness Ziona, Israel-based Nextage Innovation, a maker of cannabis-based products, said Monday it has entered into an agreement in principle with Israel’s Tempo Beverages Ltd. to set up a joint firm to develop cannabis-based products for the foods and beverage industries. The joint venture will also develop and sell new technologies for the food and […]

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Scientists aim to end low-calorie sweeteners debate

Several studies in recent years have found that low-calorie sweeteners disrupt metabolism and aid in the development of diabetes and obesity. Others have found that consuming low-calorie food and beverages has little impact on metabolism and promotes weight loss. New research from Yale University may help resolve these conflicting findings. The study, published March 3 […]

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Packaged beverages trends: beer, wine, spirits and non-alcoholic

While traditional drinks take the lion’s share of the over 950 billion litres of packaged beverages consumed worldwide this year, vermouth, craft beer, non-alcoholic drinks and exotic fruit flavours are all on the rise. Forecasts for global beverage consumption are looking bright. Worldwide, there was a 70:30 ratio of non-alcoholic to alcoholic beverage consumption, with […]

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Bell Flavors & Fragrances unveils natural range of hemp flavors and extracts

Based on growing consumer interest and market trends around natural hemp-based food and beverage products, Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA has launched a new range of botanical hemp flavors and extracts obtained from the Cannabis sativa plant. The new range offers “authentic taste profiles” for various categories, including non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, bakery products and […]

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U.S. yogurt market sales approach $9 billion

Yogurt drinks will continue to grow in popularity, driving overall market gains, according to Packaged Facts. Yogurt remains popular with consumers around the world, even though Americans eat it at a much smaller rate per capita compared to other countries.  In a new report titled “The Yogurt Market and Yogurt Innovation, 3rd Edition”, market research […]

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Fruit-based prebiotic: A viable dairy alternative for probiotic foods and drinks?

Pectin and pulp extracted from passion fruit makes an effective probiotic food carrier, research finds as it demonstrates properties that stimulate probiotic growth and survival in the gut. Brazilian scientists point to this food matrices as a genuine alternative to industrial probiotic foods, which have traditionally been dairy products. By using components of fruit as […]

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Coca-Cola says eager to limit added sugar in drinks

American beverage giant Coca-Cola Co., says it supports the World Health Organization’s guidelines for limiting added sugar, as the company works on repairing its image in public health circles and reshaping its business. Incoming Chief Executive James Quincey also said the company has “outgrown” its namesake cola and is focusing on becoming a “total beverage […]