7 trends from Plant Based World Expo North America Plant Based World Expo North America, held in New York City in December, showcased the rapidly evolving world of plant-based foods, highlighting how innovation, sustainability, and health are shaping the future of what we eat. From convenient ready-to-eat meals to allergen-free cheese alternatives and sustainable seafood substitutes, …
Key takeaways A major new meta-analysis finds that vegetarian and vegan diets can support children’s healthy growth when carefully planned with appropriate supplementation. Nutrition Insight discusses trends, misconceptions, and the politicization of these diets with the study’s lead researcher. Touted to be the most comprehensive study to date, the publication in Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition examined …
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Rising global demand boosts pulses and pea protein markets The global market for plant-based proteins is expanding quickly, influencing agriculture, trade, and food systems. Industry projections show the sector could reach nearly $43 billion by 2034, almost double its current value. Within this growth, pea protein stands out, projected to rise at about 20% each year and surpass $15 billion by …
The Vegetarian Society’s Plant-Based Certification Mark is for vegan products that feature plants as the star ingredients The UK’s Vegetarian Society has reported seeing a “significant rise” in the number of brands adopting its plant-based certification label over the last year. The Vegetarian Society launched its Plant-Based Certification Mark in late 2024, and Lidl became …
A new study from ETH Zurich reveals that tiny iron nanoparticles bound to oat protein nanofibrils nearly double absorption rates in women, offering a clean, plant-based solution to one of the world’s most widespread nutritional deficiencies. Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a global public health concern. While iron fortification and supplements are widely used to …
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