News & Analysis on Food & Beverage Development & Technology24-Mar-2026
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Innovations in Heat Stability for Baked Goods
Innovations in Heat Stability for Baked Goods
Natural pigments are sensitive to heat, pH, and oxidation, often resulting in faded colors during baking. Volatile flavor compounds can also degrade or evaporate. Explore formulation strategies to enhance thermal stability and batch consistency... Learn more
TOP HEADLINES
Food and mental health in China: 2026 trends that brands should watch
China’s growing focus on mental wellness is shaping food trends, driving demand for fresh foods, dairy and lower-sugar options that balance health and indulgence... Read more
Japanese crisps hit by Iran conflict
The Middle East fuel shock has forced a Japanese snack maker to halt production, exposing how quickly energy disruption can ripple through the wider food system... Read more
The Big 5: Power players defining confectionery’s future
Five giants dominate confectionery. What gives them the edge, and keeps them on top?... Read more
Trend Tracker: Functional dairy, Iran conflict and spicy snacks
Functional dairy, Iran conflict, spicy snacks and more feature in this edition of Trend Tracker... Read more
The rise of lifestyle brands in today’s beverage industry
What is a ‘lifestyle brand’ - and how can a brand become one?... Read more
Why upcycled ingredients struggle to scale in Asia Pacific
Despite growing interest, high costs, complex supply chains and uneven demand continue to limit large-scale adoption of upcycled ingredients across Asia Pacific... Read more
UPFs linked to adult uric acid risk: China study
Adults under 60 found to eat more ultraprocessed foods (UPFs), putting them at risk of getting hyperuricemia (high uric acid), leading to gout and kidney diseases... Read more
Japan Focus: Modernising karinto, rice for weight control, POCARI SWEAT expansion in China, and more
This edition explores how to reimagine traditional karinto, rice consumption for weight management, POCARI SWEAT ramping up production in China, and more.... Read more
Inside the functional beverage craze: What benefits are consumers really looking for?
From gut health to energy, there’s a huge range of choice in the functional beverage category. What do consumers actually want?... Read more
Asahi profit dips after Japan cyberattack, Europe weather woes
Beverage giant Asahi has reported a decline in profits after its Japan business was hit by a cyberattack last September, underscoring growing digital vulnerabilities across the food sector... Read more
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EDITOR'S CHOICE
APAC e-commerce: Misleading claims, risks and opportunities
APAC’s booming e-commerce scene offers growth, but brands need to grapple with misleading claims and navigate grey areas in e-commerce... Read more
Iran Conflict: What does this mean for global food sector?
The ongoing tensions in Iran could disrupt supply routes and drive volatility across key food commodities such as rice and meat... Read more
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