Food Insights

Some plants have anti-nutritional factors that can interfere with the absorption of nutrients or can even be toxic. Furthermore, some foods contain hidden animal-based ingredients that you may be unaware of.

Vegan Alternatives to Essential Animal-Based Ingredients

Friday, November 15, 2019

Milk, eggs, and other animal-based ingredients often perform functional roles in cooking, so it can be a challenge to replace them. We’re breaking down the vegan alternatives so when cooking time comes you know exactly what to use for you vegan customers’ meals.

What is protein? How are complentary proteins used across cultures?

Plants are more than just a source of protein - it’s no wonder that they make up so much of what people eat. They’re colourful, flavourful, and as shown here, full of nutrients that are beneficial for human health.

From the grocery store to the local coffee shop, plant-based milk alternatives are everywhere, and consumers are eager to embrace them.

What Are Plant-Based Diets and Why Do People Commit to Them?

Thursday, November 14, 2019

There are many different approaches to plant-based eating, from people who simply want to eat meat less often, to people who consume no animal products or by-products of any kind.

Coconut ash, kale and cronuts - these are just a few of the foods that have made headlines. However, while they might be generating hashtags, are they really bona fide food trends or simply food fads? In a world where ‘trending’ has become a very temporary state of being, how do you tell the difference between a fad to ignore and a trend to invest in?

A Visual Guide to Portion Sizes

Monday, August 20, 2018

Serving appropriate portion sizes begins with knowing what they look like. While guidelines may vary from country to country, some helpful tips are literally right in your hands.

What Is Sugar?

Tuesday, August 7, 2018

Sugar is a carbohydrate, a natural source of energy found in many types of food.