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Will consumers accept mycelium?
Mycelium is often considered a good protein source in the world of meat-free meat analogues. Alongside mycoproteinโ, it is one of the most promising fungal protein sources. However, consumer disgust remains a barrier. Many associate mycelium with mould, which is not exactly the most appetising of things to put in your mouth. A new study,…
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Is a high-protein diet damaging to brain health?
Enter any supermarket across Europe and youโll find multiple items boasting their high-protein credentials. From high-protein chocolate bars to high-protein yoghurts, the high-protein trend is proving powerful. But, while the benefits of a diet high in protein are well publicised, the potential harms are only just coming to light. FoodNavigator recently reported on the potential…
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Are protein bars and powders damaging to gut health?
The high-protein food trend has become hugely popular with consumers, in recent years, leading to the launch of a whole host of high-protein products. From high-protein yoghurts to high-protein shakes, food and beverage manufacturers have fully embraced the high-protein trend. โProtein is a major focus for consumers,โ said a spokesperson for market insight provider, Innova…
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Dairy in potatoes? Molecular farming newcomer teaches spuds to act like mammals
Molecular farming has been used by the pharmaceutical sector since the 1980s. In food production, the technology is more recent, but growing in popularity. The latest start-up to enter the world of molecular farming is Israel-based Finally Foods, which emerged from stealth mode this week. Like others in the sector, Finally Foods is focused on…
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Could eating beans aid cancer prevention?
A study by the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has found that eating foods such as navy beans, which are rich in gut-supporting nutrients, fibre and amino acids, enhances the diversity of the gut microbiome and could help to prevent and treat colorectal cancer. How was the study conducted?โ Funded by the American…