Growing Calls to Ban Aspartame in Europe – Is Sucralose the Best Alternative?
In recent months, concerns about artificial sweeteners have been growing across Europe, with a particular focus on aspartame. Consumer advocacy groups, including Foodwatch, the French Cancer League, and Yuka, have launched a petition urging the European Commission and EU member states to ban aspartame from food and drinks. Their argument is simple: any ingredient with […]
We are proud to announce that Van Wankum Ingredients has successfully achieved BRC certification with an AA grade.
We are proud to announce that Van Wankum Ingredients has successfully achieved BRC certification with an AA grade.
Hibiscus: The Natural Alternative to Cochineal Carmine – A Clean, Vegan, and Halal Solution
As the food industry shifts towards more natural, ethical, and sustainable ingredients, hibiscus is gaining recognition as a powerful alternative to cochineal carmine. At Van Wankum Ingredients, we are proud to offer hibiscus-based solutions that meet the growing demand for clean-label, vegan, and halal-certified colorants.
Exciting New Launch: Natural Colorants to Hit the Market Soon!
We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our new range of natural colorants! Designed to meet the growing demand for clean, plant-based ingredients in the food and beverage industry, our colorants offer a variety of vibrant, nature-sourced hues. Enhance your products with beautiful colors free from artificial additives!
Monkfruit – natural, sweet and finally approved by the FSA! ????
In a significant regulatory update, the UK's Food Standards Agency (FSA) has announced that monk fruit, particularly in its non-selective aqueous decoction form, is no longer considered a novel food.
Efficacy of Yeast beta-glucan on Alzheimer’s
Researchers found that yeast beta-glucan was related to a series of gut-brain axis events and can improve neuroinflammation and brain insulin resistance, which means that yeast beta-glucan may prevent Alzheimer’s
Yeast beta-glucan: Growing market potential in immune health space
Derived from common baker’s yeast, yeast beta-glucan was found to stimulate the immune system. It also has a positive effect on your cholesterol level. In addition to these positive affects, research is being done to investigate as well its positive impact on blood sugar levels.
Saccharomyces Boulardii, probiotica for human health
We have added a new ingredients to our sales portfolio which is Saccharomyces Boulardii, also known as an excellent Probiotica. Saccharomyces Boulardii is a probiotic yeast that survives passage through stomach acid and delivers its benefits to the intestinal tract.
Yeast beta-glucan and the change of the EU Novel Food regulation
Since beginning of 2018 the novel food registration has changed in the EU. Yeast beta Glucan can be used in many food applications and creates a high value end product.
Stevia, excellent sweetener for sports nutrition
Stevia is a sweetener, used as a substitute for sugar. It is subtracted from the leaves of a plant called Stevia Rebaudania. Stevia can be used in powder or liquid form. The active compounds of Stevia, a variety of steviol glycosides , are 250 – 300 times sweeter than sugar, making Stevia a successful substitute for sugar. Stevia is also stable under heat and over a broad range of pH conditions. Stevia is available in different concentrations, varying from RA60% until RA99%.