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With the spread of the avian influenza outbreak across the Midwest, concerns about reduced egg supplies and resulting price increases have surged. For food manufacturers, MGP’s Arise® wheat protein isolates provide highly functional, cost- effective alternatives to egg-based proteins in a wide range of products.

United States Nutrition Inc., Bohemia, N.Y., extended its protein bar line with two new Fruit & Nut Bar varieties: Cranberry Almond Cashew and Tropical Fruit Macadamia Nut.

World Food Processing, Oskaloosa, Iowa, completed its initial product launch of PURISPea proteins, which are manufactured in the US.

Les Mills International Ltd., a global fitness and training company based in Auckland, New Zealand, has launched LES MILLS™ Good Protein powder, a low carbohydrate mix with only six ingredients. Officials say this “close-to-source,” dairy-based protein is from grass-fed cows and sweetened with stevia leaf extract.

Protein is the quintessential nutrient for athletes, weekend warriors and amateur sportspeople who want to maximize the impact of their training sessions. With liquids being the perfect and most convenient transport system for nutrients and supplements, protein-enriched beverages slowly make their way from the athletic and weight management sector into the mainstream market.

As consumer skepticism of food ingredients continues to rise, clean labeling is no longer just an opportunity, it’s a requirement.

Glanbia Nutritionals’ award-winning egg replacement system, OptiSol® 3000, has now been shown to achieve the same sensory profile in waffles as whole liquid eggs.

MYOS Corporation, Cedar Knolls, N.J., introduces Re Muscle Health™, a line of non-GMO protein bars, shakes, pudding mixes and ready-to-eat powders. Officials say Re Muscle Health™ products help rebuild, rejuvenate and maintain lean muscle and are designed for individuals who want an all-natural product with clinically proven results.

Next Generation Food Ingredients: Microalgae and Pea Protein in Culinary and Bakery Applications Microalgae, a proprietary ingredient, is grown under controlled systems, feeding pure, plant-based feed (sugar, minerals, vitamins and purified water); creating multiple whole food outputs containing lipids, proteins, fibers, phospholipids and micronutrients.

In today’s market, product developers are constantly challenged with creating more nutritious foods while satisfying consumers’ taste expectations.