October is National Adopt a Shelter Animal Month and we’re partnering with our local animal shelters to bring awareness to pets looking for a happy, healthy home. There are links to Multnomah County Animal Services and Lancaster Four Dogs and Cat Rescue at the end of our newsletter. Most people don’t realize a pet’s Read more…
Zero sugar chocolate is a very specific solution to a pretty general problem. Skyrocketing cocoa prices have caused a global problem, with this chocolaty crisis reaching its peak in 2024. As of the week ending September 20, cocoa bean futures were priced at $7,658 per ton, a decline from the Read more…
The Rise of Healthy, Clean Label Snacks In Mondelez International’s State of Snacking report, a notable 60% of consumers surveyed over the last five years prefer enjoying smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day instead of the conventional three-meal format (3). Snacking has become a way of life for almost Read more…
Consumers are clamoring for forward-thinking products that offer an increasing array of health benefits. Replacing sugar with an alternative natural sweetener might seem like the easiest and safest path but wandering down that road without a map or a guide can be more than treacherous. Icon Foods has been formulating Read more…
Too much of anything can, and usually will, lead you down the wrong path. But just the right amount of fiber can make all of the difference. That’s why FibRefine P90 Soluble Tapioca Fiber has become such an important, go-to sugar replacement. This powdered prebiotic fiber is a mixture of Read more…
Allulose is well stocked! Get ahead of the supply chain crunch. Recently, our procurement team began reaching out to some of our industry partners to inquire about their stock levels of allulose. Unfortunately, many of them are starting to see extended lead times, price increases, and fully allocated stock. Read more…
Clean Label Snacks are on the Rise! Why adhere to three square meals a day when you could opt for snacking instead? According to Mondelez International’s Fifth Annual State of Snacking report, a significant majority—6 out of 10 consumers surveyed over the past five years—express a preference for frequent, smaller Read more…
Celebrate World Baking Day With IconiSweet! Reduced sugar and zero sugar baking presents a myriad of challenges that can confound even the most seasoned bakers! Sugar is not just a sweetener; it contributes to the structure, texture, and moistness of baked goods. When reducing sugar, achieving the right balance Read more…
Proven Zero Sugar Added Formulas Reducing or replacing sugar in food and beverage formulas can be a difficult process. When using high intensity sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit as direct replacements for sugar, volume can be lost, requiring additional ingredients to bring back bulk. Similarly when using sweeteners like Read more…
