How MonkSweet™ LS4 Stevia Monk Fruit Blend Stacks Up Against V25, V40, V50: Technical Comparative Analysis for Food and Beverage Formulators Summary MonkSweet™ LS4 is a proprietary blend of stevia and monk fruit designed to deliver clean, sugar-like sweetness without the bitterness or aftertaste often associated with high-intensity sweeteners. In this Read more…
Summary Looking to cut sugar without compromising taste? SteviaSweet™ RM95D from Icon Foods blends Reb M and Reb D steviol glycosides for a clean, sucrose-like sweetness—without the calories or bitterness. Ideal for beverages, baked goods, confections, and more, RM95D delivers clean-label appeal and unmatched formulation versatility. Learn why this powerful sweetness Read more…
Original article posted on Nutritional Outlook. Functional fiber blends by Icon Foods will be showcased at Expo West 2025 Article by Erin McEvoy, with insights from Icon Foods Digestive-friendly FibRefine 3.0 and Organic FibRefine 3.5 tolerably add up to 15g of fiber In a March 4, 2025, press release, ingredient Read more…
By Thom King – Chief Innovations Officer Icon Foods Where does one even start? Tariffs? Cargill’s anti-dumping suit? Demand for containers? The only thing we are missing is a pandemic. We will dive into the burning dumpster in a bit but first let’s have a look at things that look Read more…
Semaglutide, commonly referred to as Ozempic[i], falls into drugs categories known as GLP-1 or Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists. Tirzepatide, commonly referred to at the brand Mounjaro[ii], falls into a dual agonist category which contain both GLP-1 and GIP, glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide. Both are important classes of incretin hormones that play Read more…
Fiber stacking is just as it sounds. Stacking fibers in the perfect rations to maximize fiber contact in your formula without triggering a consumer GI response while maintaining a luxurious mouthfeel and texture. Fiber stacking works by way of metabolic rates, pathways, and gastrointestinal impacts of two or more dietary Read more…
The mouthfeel of a food product significantly influences consumer acceptance and enjoyment. As the food industry seeks to improve sensory experiences while addressing the mass cries for more fiber, the incorporation of soluble fibers such as tapioca fiber and inulin has emerged as a savvy strategy. I am going to Read more…
The organic ingredients market has experienced significant growth over the past two decades, reflecting a broader shift in consumer preferences towards health and sustainability. The global organic food and beverage market was valued at approximately $150 billion in 2021[i] and is projected to reach over $300 billion by 2028, growing Read more…
The proposed 2025 tariffs will have a wide range of effects on the price of food ingredients. Here’s how these tariffs might impact food ingredient pricing: Increased Import Costs: Potential tariffs in 2025 may arise from ongoing geopolitical tensions, shifts in trade policy, or efforts to address trade imbalances and Read more…
