From soil to extract: how terroir influences yerba mate quality

While yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is widely recognized for its naturally occurring methylxanthines and polyphenolic compounds, the composition of these constituents may vary significantly depending on environmental conditions. The chemical profile of the extract is closely associated with the concept of terroir – the environmental factors that influence plant development

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Guayusa: a versatile ingredient for natural energy and functional nutrition

Guayusa: a versatile ingredient for natural energy and functional nutrition

Guayusa (Ilex guayusa) is a traditional plant native to the Ecuadorian Amazon. For generations, indigenous Kichwa families have gathered before…
Impact of ultra-processed foods on human health: insights for the food industry

Impact of ultra-processed foods on human health: insights for the food industry

In a recent three-paper series, The Lancet examines the global rise in ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in diets and highlights their…
Why acerola powder matters in modern formulations

Why acerola powder matters in modern formulations

Acerola (Malpighia emarginata) has a well-established reputation for exceptionally high vitamin C content and antioxidant potential. When processed into stable…
Spray drying vs freeze drying: how this impacts açai powder performance

Spray drying vs freeze drying: how this impacts açai powder performance

Fruit powders can appear similar on a specification sheet, yet the drying technology used during production significantly influences their performance…
Unlocking GLP-1 potential through targeted nutrition and natural bioactives

Unlocking GLP-1 potential through targeted nutrition and natural bioactives

In today’s competitive metabolic health landscape, GLP-1 has emerged as a cornerstone pathway for innovation in diabetes, weight management, and…
Nutrition and sleep quality: the role of melatonin and tryptophan

Nutrition and sleep quality: the role of melatonin and tryptophan

Sleep is a fundamental biological process essential for physical health, cognitive function, and emotional regulation, yet its quality is increasingly…
Fruit powders overview: technical insights beyond basic use

Fruit powders overview: technical insights beyond basic use

Fruit powders are widely used in food and beverage formulations, often associated with basic applications such as flavoring, color contribution…
Polyphenols and their prebiotic-like effect

Polyphenols and their prebiotic-like effect

Currently, the main products sold for modulating the gut microbiota are dietary fiber, such as inulin and fructooligosaccharides (FOS). However,…
Guarana, yerba mate, and guayusa: the new generation of natural energy

Guarana, yerba mate, and guayusa: the new generation of natural energy

As consumer demand shifts toward clean-label and plant-based stimulants, a new generation of natural energy sources is gaining prominence. Our…
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