Abstract:
The present invention is a nutrient delivery system including a protein source and, optionally, a fiber source. Extruding proteins disrupts the protein structure at the secondary level, rendering the protein relatively inert as compared to an unextruded protein. Because the extruded protein is relatively inert, it can be incorporated in relatively large amounts in food products without substantially adversely affecting the food product. In addition, the protein source can be coextruded with a fiber source to provide an extruded protein-fiber blend. The extruded protein-fiber blend of the present invention permits the inclusion of high levels of protein and fiber into a food product substantially without adversely affecting the food product. The nutrient delivery system of the present invention can be used to prepare food products that meet US FDA and other regulatory guidelines for food nutrition labeling.
Abstract:
The present invention describes an edible product comprising a core composition comprising sucrose and a shell or coating composition comprising at least one dietary fiber component, wherein the core composition is at least partially coated or encapsulated by the shell composition, a method of production of such an edible product, and its use.
Abstract:
Nutrient clusters for food products such as for addition to Ready-To-Eat cereals by providing, in a preferred form of the present invention, nutrient products such in the form of aggregates or clusters comprising a first particulate component; a nutrient powder blend, and sufficient binder to adhere the powder to the particulates. The nutrient clusters are in the form of pieces each weighing from about 0.3 to 5g. and having a moisture content of about 2 % to 10 %. Disclosed are methods of preparing such nutrient clusters involving applying a liquid binder to the particulates to form sticky particulates, adding a powdered nutrient blend and curing the mixtures to form hardened dried nutrient clusters. The nutrient cluster can contain 100 % US recommended daily allowance ("USRDA") of essential vitamins and minerals and can contain added macronutrients such as soy proteins, soluble fiber, and/or calcium in nutritionally dense form in as little as 5 to 15 g of nutrient clusters. The clusters find particular suitability for use in providing to-order customized cereal products in response to particular customer requirements for nutrition.
Abstract:
The use of polyphosphate in acidic oral compositions, especially acid beverages with a pH between 2.2 and 5.5, to alleviate or prevent the tooth damage associated with the consumption of acid. The invention may be practised using polyphosphate alone or in combination with calcium and/or viscosity modifying polymers.
Abstract:
One or more low calorie sugar substitute compositions have been provided for different end applications. The one or more calorie sugar substitute compositions comprise a carrier in the range of 80% to 98% by weight in the composition; one or more high intensity sweeteners in the range of 0.1% to 13% by weight in the composition; a sweetness enhancer in the range of 0.01% to 1% by weight in the composition; one or more bulking agents in the range of 0.1% to 5% by weight in the composition; a masking agent in the range of 0.5% to 1.0% by weight in the composition; and one or more additives in an amount of not more than 7% by weight in the composition. The low caloric sugar substitute composition exhibits a calorific value in the range of 22 to 115 Kcal (per equivalent quantity of the composition with same sweeteners factor as that of 100 grams of sugar) and a glycemic index in the range of 15 to 22. The low calorie sugar substitute composition operates at a temperature range of -50°C to +350°C. The present invention also provides a process for preparing a low calorie sugar substitute composition.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a composition connprising polysaccharides and whey protein micelles for use in the treatment or prevention of a disorder linked to an increase in plasma postprandial insulin in a subject. The invention relates also to the non-therapeutic use of a composition comprising polysaccharides and whey protein micelles to decrease plasma postprandial insulin concentration. A further aspect of the invention is a process for forming polysaccharide-whey protein micelle complexes.
Abstract:
Disclosed are nutritional emulsions comprising fat, protein, and carbohydrate, including: (A) an induced viscosity fiber system, and (B) a V-complex located within an aqueous phase of the emulsion and comprising a food grade surfactant complexed with a polydextrose having an average degree of polymerization of at least about 10, wherein the nutritional emulsions have a first viscosity at 20° C of less than about 100 cps, a second viscosity at a temperature of from 0° C to 8° C that is at least about 50 cps higher than said first viscosity, and an induced viscosity of at least about 300 cps. The emulsions provide improved control over postprandial hunger, especially for low calorie emulsions. The emulsions also provide a thick, creamy texture when chilled.
Abstract:
The present invention concerns high energy formulations for treatment and/or prevention of faltering growth in infants, in particular for promoting catch-up growth in a sick infant.
Abstract:
The disclosure relates to a probiotic delivery system that can be consumed as a snack-food or added to a food product. In particular, the disclosure describes a crisp and tasty treat that comprises viable probiotic microorganisms preserved in a vacuum dried matrix of sugars, proteins, and polysaccharides. The probiotic remain viable within the treat for a longer time without the need for additional moisture barrier coating. The probiotic also remain viable in the animal gastrointestinal tract.
Abstract:
The present disclosure is directed to a multiple phase confectionery article having a confectionery substrate and a stabilized gel component in contact with the confectionery substrate. The stabilized gel component includes a stabilizing agent that improves the gel matrix by increasing the water and flavor retention of the gel, raising the gel set point temperature, and increasing gel density. The stabilized gel component may be suitable for single phase or multiple phase gel-crème confectionery products.