All articles by Blatha
Blatha
Oiling the wheels
The global oil market is growing, with new trends and sustainability issues being ever present. GlobalData reviews the current market, offering unprecedented insight.
A hoppy larder: the antioxidant and antibacterial hop
How beneficial to health are hops, and how can they be used as an ingredient and part of our diet? Ingredients Insight looks at some industry opinions.
The buzz around bee decline
Around 70% of crops need pollination; however, the number of insect pollinators has fallen dramatically over the past 50 years – a problem that threatens the future of the food industry. Could we soon be without some foods we have taken for granted? Eloise McLennan speaks to Dave Goulson of the University of Sussex to explore what is causing the decline, and whether robotic bees could provide a solution.
Vital component
The global protein market is enjoying a boom as consumer trends change. GlobalData looks at how food swaps could mean big opportunities for manufacturers.
A salt weapon
Most governments and health organisations recommend that people lower their salt intake to improve health. However, Jorge Amselle, director of communications at the Salt Institute, argues that there is no need to reduce salt intake and low-salt diets may lead to negative health outcomes.
Focusing on the future
Vitafoods Europe 2018 takes place on 16–17 May in Palexpo, Geneva. The annual event sees the gathering of global players from the nutraceutical market come together to interact and do business. Visitors will receive advice and information from industry experts, enabling them to respond to consumer demand and tackle any challenges they may face. Focusing on the future.
Healthy living, healthy business
Andrew Tunnicliffe talks to Peter McConville, an independent R&D consultant and chair of Food Health Ireland, about the growing popularity and subsequent market for sports nutrition.
Seed It and reap
Hemp and its cultivation continues to stir debate. As Andrew Tunnicliffe explains, the benefits it offers are causing a shift in attitudes.
The rise of exercise
Dr Adam Carey, chairman of the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance, looks into the burgeoning sector of nutrition tailored especially for exercise, as well-being and wellness routines around the globe continue on trend.
Protein takes centre stage
Sonia Sharma finds out more about Arla Food’s investments in new product development in order to meet the growing demand for swapping traditional protein with alternative ingredients.