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The thyroid is a body part that is easy to forget about. If it’s healthy, you can’t even feel it! Despite its relatively low profile, the thyroid has a very important role, influencing nearly every metabolic process in the body (1). What Is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small...

New Orleans, LA—More than 18,000 of the world’s top food science and technology professionals attended the 2014 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo, June 21–24, to learn about the latest food ingredient and technology developments. This year, IFT celebrated its 75th anniversary by featuring brand new...

Sami Labs, the manufacturing wing of Sabinsa Corporation, based in East Windsor, NJ, received two awards from Pharmexcil, a ministry established by the Government of India as a gateway to global pharma trade. Sami Labs was honored with the Gold Award for Patents and the Silver Award for Exports...

From bread to brownies, baked goods are favorite treats for people around the world. Statistics show that artisanal and gourmet baked goods occupied approximately 51% of the overall baked goods market in 2013, proving that when consumers go to the shelves, they want the highest quality (1). To see what...

Alter Eco has introduced a line of organic, fair trade truffles. Made with coconut oil instead of palm kernel oil, these individually wrapped truffles come in two flavors: Velvet (dark milk chocolate from Peru) and Black (dark chocolate from Ecuador). The truffles, which come in recyclable boxes and biodegradable wrappers, are environmentally friendly. SRP: $7.99/10 pack.

Torie & Howard is adding to its line of organic, kosher and non-GMO hard candy with a Meyer Lemon & Raspberry flavor.  According to the firm, “The new flavor is light, bright and clean with the right balance of sweet and sour thanks to the slightly sweeter and somewhat floral tartness of the Meyer lemons and the fresh sweetness of the berries.”

Naperville, IL—The world of natural products distributors has become more compact with the acquisition of Nature's Best by KeHE Distributors, announced formally on July 18. The pairing is said to enhance and broaden KeHE's national distribution and its expertise in the natural/organic channel. Founded in 1969 by a family with...

New York, NY—The Specialty Food Association, based here, has created a foundation with the goal of relieving hunger and improving food recovery efforts. The new Specialty Food Foundation, which has applied for 501(c) 3 non-profit status, will use grants, education and special industry events to pursue its mission. The group...