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new ingredient profiles your nutraceutical ingredient information source Ultra High-Fiber Uchuva while colombian uchuva has had a long history of use in south america, it’s relatively new to the u.s. market, and is most commonly found as an ingredient in trail mixes and nutrition bars. ultra high-fiber uchuva, otherwise known as goldenberry or cape gooseberry, a superfruit from colombia, is a sweetened dried fruit with three times more fiber than a similar serving of prunes, a well-known fiber-rich fruit. colombian uchuva also has the highest level of dietary fiber per 100g compared to other, familiar dried fruits including apricots, figs and raisins. one 40g or 1/3-cup serving of sweetened dried uchuva delivers 40 percent of the daily fiber requirement based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet. the institute of medicine recommends 19-38g of fiber per day, depending on age, gender and activity level. fiber-rich diets are linked with a number of positive health outcomes including: reduced risk of coronary heart disease, promotion of gastrointestinal health, improvements in glucose tolerance and insulin response, reduction in cancer risk and increased satiety. in its native countries, uchuva has been linked to a wide variety of health benefits and is commonly eaten raw or used in jams and sauces. it’s prized for its sweet, tangy taste. Decas Cranberry Products Inc.; Carver, Mass. 508-866-8506; decascranberry.com Organic Rosemary Portfolio the demand for organic versions of food, beverage and even pet food and cosmetic products continues to increase exponentially. inolens and aquarox rosemary protectors help processors attain organic labels while offering exemplary antioxidant and antimicrobial protection. they’re non-gmo, kosher, allergen-free and certified by ecocert -- based in france, ecocert is one of the largest and most stringent organic-certification organizations in the world. oil-soluble inolens offers full protection against rancidity, taste change and color alteration in meat and meat products, fish, ready-to-eat meals, bakery and confectionary products, nut and seed mixes, snacks and various savory applications. it also can be used in applications such as: fish meal, pet food and cosmetic formulations. water-soluble aquarox is beneficial for protecting nutraceutical supplement and cosmetic formulations from oxidation that leads to product breakdown and development of off odors and colors. the high orac values of aquarox products make them an exceptionally valuable source of rosmarinic acid for nutritional supplement formulas. Vitiva; Slovenia +386 2 1788 87 38; www.vitiva.eu Uncork the Benefits of Red Wine resvida is a high-potency resveratrol for healthy aging. a polyphenol found in the skin of grapes, resveratrol is believed to be responsible for many of the health benefits associated with red wine. as a powerful antioxidant, it provides demonstrated health benefits for the heart, brain and muscles. more recently, resveratrol has been shown to mimic caloric restriction, the only proven scientific way to extend life in mammals. resvida is produced in the vendor’s gmp facilities in europe, in compliance with the strictest safety, health and environmental standards. most other resveratrol in the market is extracted from the roots and stalks of the giant knotweed plant (polygonum cuspidatum) in china, the company claims. DSM Nutritional Products Parsippany, N.J. 800-526-0189 www.dsm.com High-fiber Flour Replacement actistar rt resistant tapioca starch is a virtually invisible source of dietary fiber and can replace flour in a wide array of baked goods. with about 80 percent total dietary fiber, actistar rt contains one of the highest total dietary fiber (tdf) levels of any resistant starch, permitting reduced inclusion levels to achieve tdf target. it also provides a lower calorie contribution than ingredients it typically replaces. with a low water-holding capacity, it permits high levels of inclusion with few formulation changes and a nongummy texture. tapioca, the source of resistant starch, is the blandest of all starches, so it does not detract from the desired taste, texture or appearance of finished products. Key applications include breads, rolls, buns, pizza, tortillas, cakes, muffins and cookies. Cargill Texturing Solutions; Minneapolis 877-765-8867; www.cargilltexturizing.com food processing’s Wellness Foods™ 4 | august 2008 www.wellnessfoodsonline.com http://decascranberry.com http://www.vitiva.eu http://www.dsm.com http://www.cargilltexturizing.com http://www.wellnessfoodsonline.com

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Wellness Foods - August 2008 Balance for Boomers Vitamins for Eye Health Nutraceutical Spirits New Views on Fiber

Wellness Foods - August 2008

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