Ingredients

Latest news, insights and podcasts

selection of protein rich food

19-07-22 / 9 min read

What is protein? We reveal the secrets of protein with Dr Richard MacKenzie

A female chef in a white uniform and a black apron in the restaurant kitchen. Cooking a salad. The cook rubs the parmesan cheese on a small grater.

05-09-22 / 2 min read

Food Matters Live launches Tastes of Better event series

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08-09-22 / 3 min read

Germany permits cooperation between sugar companies in wake of Nord Stream 1 pipeline cut-off

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16-09-22 / Inside Food science

How the world of nutraceuticals is evolving

Nutraceuticals are big business. And the people who can spot consumer trends and…

Dr Miriam Ferrer, Head of New Product Development, Cambridge Nutraceuticals

14-09-22 / Career Conversations The art of being a nutraceuticals scientist

Listen to the series

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20-09-22 / 14 min read

The truth behind probiotics benefits for sports performance and more

Pouring Sugar onto Strawberry on Spoon

12-08-22 / 12 min read

The science of sugar: how the sweet stuff can impact physical and mental health

pie with berry fruits covered with sugar powder

25-08-22 / 10 min read

The truth about sweeteners: the pros and cons of sugar substitutes

Podcast

Justus Nieschlag uses collagen peptides

06-07-22 / Inside Food science

The elite athlete getting back on track with collagen peptides

Elite triathlete Justus Nieschlag’s injury couldn’t have come at a worse time….

18-08-20 / Career Conversations

Ingredients careers: what is the perfect ingredient to a rewarding career?

ADM Flavourist, Marie Wright, smiling

15-06-22 / Career Conversations

The secret to becoming a flavourist

Palm Oil Forest Destruction

19-04-22 / Food Futures

Palm Oil – why banning it might not be the answer

Rowan Berries being held by a woman

24-03-22 / Inside Food science

The challenge of increasing shelf-life without additives

Masterclasses and webinars

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A taste of trends: immune health in 2023

A taste of trends: 2023 plant-based products

15 November 2022

drinks placed in an upward curve

A taste of trends: low/no alcohol in 2023

20 October 2022

News and features

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10-08-22 / 12 min read

The evolution of aroma: food and drink scents of the past, present and future

Antique italian house

14-01-22 / 7 min read

Are you buying the real thing? Fake foods and how to identify them

Eating healthy concept as green human lips biting into a group of fruit and vegetables

05-08-22 / 10 min read

The evolution of taste: flavours of the past, present and future

Antique italian house

14-01-22 / 7 min read

Are you buying the real thing? Fake foods and how to identify them

Vegan sashimi with mustard aside

22-09-22 / 2 min read

UKRI research council pledges £20M towards sustainable protein R&D

Baked camembert cheese on board with cranberries, honey, balsamic vineger garnish and peaches on dark background

13-09-22 / 3 min read

Start-up Nutropy raises €2M to produce next generation plant-based French cheeses using precision fermentation

man checking bottles in factory

26-08-22 / 3 min read

Fears of further CO2 shortages in the UK grow as plant pauses production

Scambled eggs on sliced bread with three hands picking at it

25-08-22 / 3 min read

Tokyo start-up develops vegan egg using konjac and enzymes