Brussels, Belgium—Codex Alimentarius has adopted a new framework for steviol glycosides. The Committee explained in the framework that there are two previously existing specification monographs for steviol glycosides, requiring that products consist of at least 95% steviol glycosides on a dried basis, taking into account the major glycosides stevioside and...
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A little-to no-calorie sweetener that has been known since the 16th century, the stevia plant is originally native to Brazil and Paraguay, but you will find it grown widely in both China and Japan. Stevia has gained popularity as a natural alternative to high calorie (and unhealthy) sugar in foods...
As the threat of COVID-19 continues to loom, consumers are more motivated than ever to reduce or eliminate processed sugar from their diets: A recent Consumer First survey showed that 87% of consumers are trying to limit their sugar consumption (1). “Consumers are concerned about the negative impact sugar has...
Guelph, ON—Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services announced that GRAS Associates, a fully owned subsidiary of Nutrasource, has successfully submitted a GRAS Notice to the FDA on behalf of Nascent Health Sciences' sweetener extract. “GRAS Associates is pleased to have assisted Nascent Health Sciences in realizing their goals of GRAS status...
SweeGen has introduced Bestevia Rebaudioside N (Reb N), a special zero-calorie stevia sweetener. The ingredient can be used for beverage and food applications. www.sweegen.com...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]With COVID-19 concerns top of mind, more consumers are eating from home—and baking up extra helpings of made-with-love comfort foods. Earlier this year, an AMC Global and OpinionRoute survey revealed that one-third of respondents were baking more than usual during the pandemic, and 20% of those individuals said they’ll continue...
Chicago, IL—Ingredion Inc. and PureCircle Ltd. have announced that they have reached agreement on the terms for Ingredion to acquire a controlling 75% stake in PureCircle, a producer of stevia sweeteners, according to a press release. The acquisition has been approved by the boards of both companies. The transaction is...
Gilbert, AZ—SweetLeaf Stevia Sweetener has partnered with celebrity fitness expert and nutrition author Jorge Cruise to teach consumers about weight loss, according to a press release. The partnership will include Cruise in SweetLeaf advertisements as well as SweetLeaf endorsements on Cruise’s blog, streaming series “Ask Jorge,” and on his social...
Paris, France—Acacia gum producer Alland & Robert and the company’s U.S. distributor Farbest Brands are going on a roadshow in four American cities in order to highlight new formulation advances in acacia gum and stevia, according to a press release. The roadshow will consist of presentations by Alland & Robert...
