Dairy Foods Magazine
Author: Brian Berk
Pumping ingredient iron
Ingredient suppliers are introducing new products to meet changing consumer demands. Global Organics offers Organic Agave Inulin, which can be mixed directly into dairy sports nutrition products such as protein shakes, smoothies, and yogurt; organic rice/tapioca Maltodextrin: and Organic Fava bean protein powder, which has a slightly nutty flavor that blends well with other ingredients. The Cambridge, Mass.-based company also offers Organic Coconut Dietary Fiber that can be added to dairy-based smoothies and shakes, increasing the fiber and protein content while promoting satiety; and Organic Turmeric & Ginger juice that can also be added to smoothies, yogurt bowls, and milkshakes, according to Ravi Arora, sales and marketing director.
Powering up
There’s no question that as consumers continue to focus on their health and exercise, dairy-based sports nutrition beverages will remain incredibly important. Healthy Food Ingredients’ Tesch expects to see a “continued focus on functionality and innovation for better-for-you, on-the-go nutrition options.”
“The popularity of protein and energy ingredients along with plant based, clean label, and functional ingredients will continue to impact sports nutrition products,” adds Global Organics’ Arora.
