Food and Nutrition

New Food Additives and Ingredients

Innovative food additives and ingredients are reshaping the food industry by enhancing flavor, texture, nutritional value, and shelf life while addressing consumer demands for healthier and more sustainable options. Advances include natural and plant-based additives like alginates and pectin for improved texture, as well as bioactive compounds such as probiotics and prebiotics that support gut health. Novel ingredients like edible insects and alternative proteins, including lab-grown meat and algae, are emerging to provide sustainable protein sources.