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03/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Hibiscus extracts can be used to provide natural food coloring WITH health benefits

Extracts from hibiscus calyces could be used as a natural food coloring, which can provide health benefits at the same time, according to a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. The study, written by Aly R. Abdel-Moemin from Helwan University in Egypt, evaluated the effect of hibiscus calyces extract on the chemical and sensory properties […]

03/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Roselle calyces extract found to provide natural color and health benefits for use in food and pharmaceutical industries

A study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness has evaluated the effects of the extracts of Roselle calyces, which are the sepals of the Roselle plant, on the chemical and sensory properties of functional cupcakes. The calyces of the Roselle plant are one of the major crops exported and are used in food, […]

03/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Unrefined pumpkin seed oil increases antioxidant properties of bakery products

The antioxidant properties of bakery products can be increased by adding unrefined pumpkin seed oil, according to a study published in the journal Agronomy Research. The researchers from St. Petersburg Polytechnic University of Peter the Great examined the fatty acid compositions and biologically active components found in vegetable oils such as unrefined rice bran oil, unrefined pumpkin seed […]

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