Sodium

PepsiCo Sets Goals to Further Reduce Sodium and Deliver More Diverse Ingredients in Convenient Foods Portfolio

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

PepsiCo aims for at least 75% of its global convenient foods portfolio volume to meet or be below category sodium targets by 2030.

Key Points: 
  • PepsiCo aims for at least 75% of its global convenient foods portfolio volume to meet or be below category sodium targets by 2030.
  • Excess sodium intake is a leading risk factor for diet-associated disease and disability, prompting global public health authorities to call on the food industry to reduce sodium in their products.
  • The company aims to deliver 145 billion portions of diverse ingredients annually in its global convenient foods portfolio by 2030.
  • Maintaining Taste: Seasoning experts identify ingredients and study salt crystal shapes and sizes to optimize flavor while using less sodium.

Concepta Ingredients highlights Brazilian biodiversity portfolio at plant-based fair in London

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Monday, November 13, 2023

SÃO PAULO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concepta Ingredients - the Sabará Group's business unit specializing in providing natural solutions for the food and beverage industry - is present at one of the sector's main global events: Plant Based World Expo Europe. Considered the most important for the plant-based segment, the fair takes place in London, England, on November 15 and 16, and brings together a large audience of retailers, service professionals and investors from the vegan market.

Key Points: 
  • For the event, the company is highlighting its Plant-Based Butter and its Açaí, Passion Fruit and Brazil Nut Oils.
  • André Sabará, Commercial Director of Concepta Ingredients, highlights the importance of being present at an event of this size, held in London, which is expected to welcome more than 30,000 professionals from the food and beverage industry.
  • During the event, Concepta Ingredients will also present the Bio Abundance Program, which reinforces its commitment to Brazilian forests.
  • Brazilian biodiversity products are the result of various projects based on forest conservation and contribute directly to community development.

Univar Solutions Named Exclusive Distributor for Biospringer Yeast Ingredients in the Nordics¹

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an agreement with Biospringer by Lesaffre ("Biospringer") to distribute its natural yeast ingredients in the European Nordics region¹. The agreement comprises Biospringer's Springer® Reveal, Springer® Signature, Springer® Proteissimo™, Springer® Cocoon, Springer® Precursor, Springer® Mask, and Springer® Umami ingredient brands.

Key Points: 
  • ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an agreement with Biospringer by Lesaffre ("Biospringer") to distribute its natural yeast ingredients in the European Nordics region¹.
  • "Working in tandem with Biospringer, we can offer yeast ingredients to customers who are seeking to elevate their products with richness, improved taste and mouthfeel, while reducing sugar and sodium," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • "Biospringer is a key global player in fermentation and produces a wide range of natural yeast ingredients.
  • "Biospringer is pleased to begin an exclusive new distribution partnership with Univar Solutions in these European Nordic countries," said Nicolas Valentin, sales director – EMEA for Biospringer.

Univar Solutions Named Exclusive Distributor for Biospringer Yeast Ingredients in the Nordics¹

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an agreement with Biospringer by Lesaffre ("Biospringer") to distribute its natural yeast ingredients in the European Nordics region¹. The agreement comprises Biospringer's Springer® Reveal, Springer® Signature, Springer® Proteissimo™, Springer® Cocoon, Springer® Precursor, Springer® Mask, and Springer® Umami ingredient brands.

Key Points: 
  • ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an agreement with Biospringer by Lesaffre ("Biospringer") to distribute its natural yeast ingredients in the European Nordics region¹.
  • "Working in tandem with Biospringer, we can offer yeast ingredients to customers who are seeking to elevate their products with richness, improved taste and mouthfeel, while reducing sugar and sodium," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • "Biospringer is a key global player in fermentation and produces a wide range of natural yeast ingredients.
  • "Biospringer is pleased to begin an exclusive new distribution partnership with Univar Solutions in these European Nordic countries," said Nicolas Valentin, sales director – EMEA for Biospringer.

Impossible Foods' Beef Lite1 Now Certified by American Heart Association Heart-Check Food Certification Program

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Today, Impossible Foods’ protein-packed Impossible™ Beef Lite received certification from the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check Food Certification Program .

Key Points: 
  • Today, Impossible Foods’ protein-packed Impossible™ Beef Lite received certification from the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check Food Certification Program .
  • Following a rigorous review process, Beef Lite is now among a cohort of products that meet the American Heart Association’s robust, science-based nutrition criteria for heart-healthy2 foods.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231106736997/en/
    Impossible™ Beef Lite is now among a cohort of products that meet the American Heart Association’s robust, science-based nutrition criteria for heart-healthy foods.
  • “Earning this certification from the American Heart Association is a really important milestone for both Impossible Foods and the rest of the plant-based meat category,” said Peter McGuinness, CEO and President at Impossible Foods.

Rebellyous Receives Vizient Contract for Plant-Based Chicken

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

SEATTLE, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Plant-based meat manufacturing technology company Rebellyous Foods has been awarded a contract from Vizient, a group purchasing organization which represents $130 billion in annual purchasing volume across the healthcare sector as well as through channel partners serving colleges, universities, school districts and other industries. The agreement was effective Nov. 1.

Key Points: 
  • "Vizient's customer base has a national presence — increasing their plant-based portfolio can have an impact on the planet and public health," said Lauren Pitts, MA, RD, Rebellyous Sr. Food Service Account Manager.
  • "We are thrilled to be working with Vizient."
  • Rebellyous' Nuggets, Patties, and Tenders are 100% vegan with no cholesterol, antibiotics, or hormones, and less saturated fat and sodium than conventional chicken products.
  • "We are thrilled to be working with Vizient and looking forward to providing their customers with delicious, cost-effective, and sustainable plant-based chicken."

A-GAME Beverages Inc. Signs Tim Hardaway Sr. and Paul Laroche as Brand Ambassadors

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.
  • As part of the partnership, Hardaway Sr. and Laroche will promote A-GAME leveraging their social following, community engagement, and involvement in the athletic community.
  • Tim Hardaway Sr. commented, "I am very happy and excited to be a part-of this unique hydration drink called A-GAME.
  • A-GAME, Hardaway Sr., and Laroche will come together to promote healthy lifestyles and active living to inspire others to be their best selves.

A-GAME Beverages Inc. Signs Tim Hardaway Sr. and Paul Laroche as Brand Ambassadors

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A-GAME Beverages Inc., maker of A-GAME, the ultimate hydration beverage, is pleased to announce five-time NBA All-Star, Tim Hardaway Sr. and performance expert, Paul Laroche have joined A-GAME as brand ambassadors.
  • As part of the partnership, Hardaway Sr. and Laroche will promote A-GAME leveraging their social following, community engagement, and involvement in the athletic community.
  • Tim Hardaway Sr. commented, "I am very happy and excited to be a part-of this unique hydration drink called A-GAME.
  • A-GAME, Hardaway Sr., and Laroche will come together to promote healthy lifestyles and active living to inspire others to be their best selves.

EQS-News: IBU-tec advanced materials AG Is the First Manufacturer in Europe to Commercially Produce Layer Oxides for Sodium-Ion Batteries

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Weimar, 2 November 2023 – IBU-tec advanced materials AG (“IBU-tec”, ISIN: DE000A0XYHT5) has launched its new product IBUvolt® NMO, a cathode material for batteries of the future.

Key Points: 
  • Weimar, 2 November 2023 – IBU-tec advanced materials AG (“IBU-tec”, ISIN: DE000A0XYHT5) has launched its new product IBUvolt® NMO, a cathode material for batteries of the future.
  • Sodium manganese oxide (NMO) forms the basis for novel sodium-ion batteries that do not require lithium or other rare raw materials.
  • IBU-tec is thus the first manufacturer in Europe to produce and commercially distribute NMO in larger quantities.
  • Sodium-ion batteries can thus be produced much more cheaply and in a more environmentally friendly way than lithium-ion batteries.

Japan and U.S.-based TerraPower expand SFR development partnership to support carbon neutrality efforts

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

In January 2022, TerraPower, JAEA and MHI signed a MOU to collaborate on SFR technology development.

Key Points: 
  • In January 2022, TerraPower, JAEA and MHI signed a MOU to collaborate on SFR technology development.
  • In December 2022, the Japanese government revised their Strategic Roadmap for FR development, clarifying that Japan will begin FR concept design in 2024.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our collaboration with JAEA as Japan works to bring advanced nuclear reactors to market," said TerraPower President and CEO Chris Levesque.
  • We would like to contribute to fast reactor development cooperation between the US and Japan by utilizing the technology and experience we have cultivated over many years."