PLT Health Solutions, Inc. announced that Earthlight® Whole Food Vitamin D has received approval of its Food Additive Petition from the USFood & Drug Administration, paving the way for this unique dietary ingredient to be used in food and beverages produced and sold in the United States. 

Looking ahead to the years after the COVID-19 outbreak, consumers are expected to show higher levels of interest in their immune health. This could open doors for more products with a specific focus on immune health rather than those with multiple health messages of which immunity is simply one of many.

Omya has rebuilt and expanded its calcium carbonate production plant in Orgon, France, creating a substantially higher capacity for its functionalized calcium carbonate product platform, a new packaging line and an on-site warehouse. The modern facility produces the company’s mineral grades for food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic applications in accordance with the most stringent sustainability and quality standards.

KidsLuv, a vitamin enhanced, zero sugar kids’ beverage, introduced its newest flavor, Peach Me, I’m Orange. The new flavor will join the brand’s two existing flavors, Flying Fla-Mango and Starstruck Coconut.

Omya Calcipur® meets USP, FCC and E170 purity requirements and provides excellent stability. Containing approximately 40% calcium, the ingredient boosts calcium content of the end product, with appropriate support for the nutritional requirements of babies and toddlers.

Bakery On Main is expanding its diverse portfolio of gluten-free cereals and snacks with the addition of a certified Paleo and Keto Grain-Free Cluster Trail Trek Blend snack line.

Premier Protein is expanding on the success of its 30g Protein Shakes with a new line of smooth and creamy breakfast-inspired shakes featuring a balance of 20g of protein, 7g of fiber, 8g of whole grain oats and 24 vitamins and minerals.

The company’s Omya Calcipur® line of calcium carbonate particles provides multiple ways of boosting both nutritional value and ease of processing in a broad variety of finished products. 

While North America and Europe are currently the major markets for wellness foods and beverages, the trend is global, with Asia-Pacific likely to become the fastest growing market.

The company will showcase Omyanutra™, a highly functional, porous carrier for active ingredients in dietary supplements; and the innovative flow aid Omyafood™ for powdered products. In addition to its mineral ingredients, Omya will highlight a range of specialties from its US distribution portfolio.