Thaumatin, a naturally sweet molecule derived from the fruit of the katemfe tree (Thaumatococcus daniellii), has grown legs due to its intense sweetness—up to 2,000 times sweeter than sucrose and more importantly its growing use as a positive allosteric modulator (flavor enhancer) in both sweet and savory foods. Originating from Read more…
Front-of-package labels have reached Congress with the introduction of the TRUTH in Labeling Act by Senator Richard Blumenthal and Representative Jan Schakowsky. This proposed act would require the FDA to create new labels highlighting added sugars, sodium, and saturated fat on food and beverage packaging within three years. Supported by Read more…
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 Read more…
Reducing Added Sugars with ThauSweet DRM in Your Formulas When it comes to threading the needle of clean label sugar reduction in the alchemic world of industrial baking, there are certain challenges that can make it difficult to achieve a palatable finished product that is delicious enough to counter its full-sugar rivals. Read more…
Formulating food and beverages with high-intensity sweeteners, such as thaumatin, presents a unique challenge. Due to the minimal quantity required to achieve the sweetness equivalent to sugar, precise measurement is crucial! Even a slight miscalculation can significantly alter the sweetness and flavor profile of the formulation. However, when used Read more…
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Build Better Beverages with ThauSweet DRM! ThauSweet DRM is a proprietary blend of soluble tapioca fiber, thaumatin, and stevia rebaudioside M. Approximately 20 times sweeter than sugar, ThauSweet DRM utilizes soluble tapioca fiber derived from cassava root as a carrier to create a plug-and-play replacement for sugar. Because it is Read more…
