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How do I know if my gut is healthy?
The human microbiome is composed of several types of microbes that colonize different niches of the human body, such as…
Methylxanthines and health benefits
Methylxanthines are a group of naturally occurring substances found in coffee, tea, guarana and chocolate for example. They have a…
Expression of microRNAs in adults with celiac disease: a narrative review
Dr. Ana Quaglio, head of R&D at Verum Ingredients, has co-authored a peer-reviewed scientific publication on the participation of miRNAs…
The Food and Beverage CPG journey: from an ingredient supplier perspective
Most of us get very excited while reading those press releases announcing that a small food and beverage (F&B) business…
Camu camu: superfood in natural ingredients
Camu camu (Myrciaria dubia), a fruit native to the Amazon rainforest, is known for its exceptional nutritional profile and has…
The biotics: pre, pro, syn and post
In the last few decades several studies have supported the role of gut microbiota in the pathophysiology of metabolic diseases…
Yerba Mate: Elevating Your Product Offerings with South American Health Benefits
Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), traditionally grown in the subtropical regions of South America, has garnered increasing attention in the global…
Guayusa: The Antioxidant Secret That Will Transform Your Health
Guayusa is a plant native to the Ecuadorian Amazon, renowned for its energizing and antioxidant properties. This superfood, widely used…
Do you know the difference between Freeze-drying and Spray-drying? And how those differences impact your choice of ingredient for a food formulation?
Freeze-drying is widely recognized in the industry as a method for preserving a wide range of formulations. It is a…
From Functional to Prebiotic: A Dietary Journey
Functional foods is a term currently used to describe products that exhibit caloric survival characteristics and also improve organic functions…
MicroRNAs in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: What do we Know and What can we Expect?
New editorial from our research group. Over the last decade, several preclinical and clinical studies correlating Inflammatory Bowel Disease and…
How bioprospecting drives the creation of functional foods
Bioprospecting is a valuable tool to drive the development of functional foods capable of offering specific health benefits. Nutrition is…
