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Recent Articles from the Prospector Knowledge Center
04 Sep
Salt Reduction: Key Challenges and Future Directions
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Salt Reduction: Key Challenges and Future Directions

salt in spoons - learn more about salt reduction
Sodium is a mineral essential to human life. It’s the most abundant cation in the body and plays an important role in the maintenance of fluid balance, nerve transmission, and muscle contraction. Many foods naturally contain sodium including milk, vegetables, … Continued

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07 Aug
Why You Should Carob ‘Bout Carob
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Why You Should Carob ‘Bout Carob

Photo of carob in plant and powder form - Why should you care about carob?
In the 1970s, carob never stood a chance. Native to the Mediterranean and Middle East, carob made its first big splash in the U.S. as a “healthier” chocolate alternative in the 1970s. It didn’t go well for carob.1 To replace … Continued

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03 Jul
Color Additives: Regulations, Uses, and Safety
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Color Additives: Regulations, Uses, and Safety

Colorful cupcakes - Learn more about Color Additives: Regulations, Uses, and Safety
Color additives are substances that impart color to food, cosmetics, medical devices, and drugs. When added to food, color additives – also known as food dyes – help make foods and beverages more attractive, appealing, and appetizing to consumers. Synthetic … Continued

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