View this email in your browser Trick or Treat With Us at SupplySide West October 30th & 31st We’re all about treats and no tricks this SupplySide West. We invite you to come to Booth #2045 to be one of the first to learn about our new offerings and organic […]
In the fields of nutrition and healthcare, a powerful synergy is emerging between the growing interest in plant-based proteins and the use of GLP-1 agonists. This dynamic partnership is transforming dietary choices and medical interventions, providing a compelling combination of benefits for consumers aiming to enhance their weight and overall […]
We’re celebrating National No Sugar Day with our MonkSweet+! This natural sweetening solution combines optimal levels of proprietary steviol glycosides, monk fruit extract, and erythritol— a sugar alcohol created through microbial fermentation to create an ideal alternative to sugar. This blend of stevia and monk fruit are high-intensity sweeteners, boasting sweetness […]
October is National Adopt a Shelter Animal Month and we’re partnering with our local animal shelters to bring awareness to pets looking for a happy, healthy home. There are links to Multnomah County Animal Services and Lancaster Four Dogs and Cat Rescue at the end of our newsletter. Most people don’t realize a pet’s […]
Consumers are clamoring for forward-thinking products that offer an increasing array of health benefits. Replacing sugar with an alternative natural sweetener might seem like the easiest and safest path but wandering down that road without a map or a guide can be more than treacherous. Icon Foods has been formulating […]
Allulose is well stocked! Get ahead of the supply chain crunch. Recently, our procurement team began reaching out to some of our industry partners to inquire about their stock levels of allulose. Unfortunately, many of them are starting to see extended lead times, price increases, and fully allocated stock. […]
Preparing for Q2 2024: Market Intelligence Report Good afternoon fellow food scientists, manufacturers, formulators, and enthusiasts of Clean Label Sugar Reduction. You know, in the past, we’ve seen our fair share of challenges and disruptions in the supply chain. 2023 was a year of recovery, giving the air of a […]
Milling & Mesh Sizes Finding the correct particle size can be one of the most difficult parts of food and beverage formulation. It can be especially difficult when creating zero sugar formulas that require precise formulation, such as tempering chocolate. Luckily, there is a solution to the particle size problem! […]
Big Sugar Fights Back… There is no denying that over the past six months the sugar industry and large CPG’s have been under attack. This started when the FDA proposed a new definition for the term “healthy,” which created a huge divide between big food makers and nutritionists (1). The […]
Consumers Want Zero Sugar Added Treats The USDA wants to crack down on added sugar! Recently, the agency proposed a limit to the amount of added sugar allowed in school lunches (1). The new limit aims to eliminate the negative side effects that come with excessive sugar consumption—which are felt […]