Protein is an essential source of nutrition and there is a growing demand for it, forecasted to increase by 78% in 2050. As the protein system in the food and beverage industry involves both consumption and production, it becomes necessary to conduct these two processes within planetary boundaries. However, as the traditional meat industry is a high-energy, high-resource type, negative impacts on the nitrogen cycle balance, water quality and biodiversity are to be expected. For … [Read more...] about Going beyond supporting sustainability in alternative protein
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Immune health through nutrition key to resilience, IADSA report says
The International Alliance of Dietary/Food Supplement Associations (IADSA) has released a new Mind the Gap resource titled "Fighting Fit: Building Resilience Through Nutrition". In it are key findings developed by IADSA on the topic of resilience and the role immune health plays into building this. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) European policy framework, building resistance is "a key factor in protecting and promoting health and well-being." And the COVID-19 pandemic has … [Read more...] about Immune health through nutrition key to resilience, IADSA report says
Ruby, a breakthrough innovation
More than 10 years ago, one cocoa expert discovered that components of certain cocoa beans could produce a chocolate with an exceptional flavour and colour. Since then, Rarry Callebaut has been unravelling the secret behind this, leading to the discovery of the Ruby cocoa bean and creation of a totally new chocolate. Like grapes for fine wines, cocoa beans are influenced by the terroir in which they grow. Ruby cocoa beans grow under unique climate conditions and can be found in Ecuador, Brazil … [Read more...] about Ruby, a breakthrough innovation