Scientists from the Beneo Institute have demonstrated that the intake of the prebiotic dietary fibre oligofructose promotes a significant increase in Bifidobacteria in the gut, which in turn, plays an important role on mental health.
The functional ingredients specialist has expanded its sugar reduction portfolio with a short-chain fructooligosaccharide (scFOS) that replaces sugar while adding dietary fibre, enabling producers to capitalise on the growing better-for-you demand.
In 2021, ingredient supplier BENEO launched its protein strategy. The company discusses how it is investing in innovation and capabilities to expand in plant-based, with the launch of its first semi-finished product and plans for a new fava processing...
The manufacturer of functional ingredients is punting its faba bean protein concentrate and starch-rich flour, which will boost the protein content in bakery, snacks and cereal bars.
Beneo welcomes this year’s theme for World Heath Day (7 April) – highlighting the innate relationship between the consumer’s wellbeing and that of the Earth – noting it aligns with its recent research that found flexitarians are driving the demand for...
Incorporating prebiotic inulin-type fructans (ITF) and the low-GI carbohydrate isomaltulose (ISO) into normal diets can help stabilise glycaemic fluctuations and modulate intestinal microbiota.
Older consumers are a growing cohort -- though a pitiful number of new products specifically target them, it’s claimed. Supplier Beneo therefore sees ‘huge potential‘ for its functional ingredients aimed at this group.
New research suggests the pursuit for health will have an influence on the energy product market, as consumers demand healthier alternatives to boost their struggling energy levels.
The healthy ingredients specialist will cut carbon emissions by 20% by halving the number of truck movements to and from its rice starch plant in Wijgmaal, Belgium, by increasing the volumes transported over water.
The comfort eating trend sparked by the coronavirus outbreak will continue, but consumers are now focusing more on balancing indulgence with health and transparency, writes Myriam Snaet, head of Market Intelligence and Consumer Insights at Beneo.
Beneo has launched a precooked functional native rice starch that the plant-based functional ingredients specialist claims maintains its clean label status, even under harsh processing conditions.
There has been a global shift among consumers towards clean and clearer labels that promote natural claims, and a willingness to pay a premium for products that do so, notes functional ingredient manufacturer Beneo.
Following the global panic buying that surrounded Covid-19, a range of issues – like supply chain robustness, raw material production and consistency – have been brought into sharp focus, says Christoph Boettger, member of the executive board at BENEO.
From fewer containers and reduced shift work at harbors to delays in planned maintenance in factories, the coronavirus pandemic is impacting global supply chains in myriad ways. FoodNavigator-USA (FNU) caught up with Jon Peters (JP), president at Beneo,...
The term clean label has yet to be clearly defined, but it is generally agreed it refers to foods that are free from artificial ingredients and are minimally processed. As an increasing number of consumers now expect clean label as standard, Myriam Snaet,...
German-based ingredients provider Beneo says there's a growing desire for its low-glycaemic sweetener Palatinose among the video gaming community, who are keen to use the product’s slow energy release to stay focused.
Gut health is trending across the globe, with 77% of consumers now affected by digestive issues or concerned about digestive wellness. Thomas Schmidt, marketing director at BENEO, discusses the role that fibre is playing in this.
Dubbed a ‘mega-trend’ in 2010, heighted consumer awareness in gut-health continues to significantly influence product development and reformulation, says Katrien Lambeens, product manager at Beneo.
Research conducted on behalf of the Beneo-Institute found that Europeans still do not manage to consume the recommended daily intake of fiber, despite being aware that it is key for a healthy digestive system. BakeryandSnacks chats to Thomas Schmidt,...
Consumers across the globe are increasingly receiving ‘healthy lifestyle’ messages from governments and key influencers, which is continuing to drive attentiveness towards a shift in consumer mindsets. Thomas Schmidt, marketing director at BENEO, discusses...
