Wheat allergy is one type of adverse immunologic reactions to wheat which can impair the quality of life and cause significant morbidity. Allergic reactions to wheat are essentially immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated. Although non-IgE-mediated reactions can contribute to wheat allergy, their mechanism is not well understood. Typical manifestations of wheat allergy include the generation of [...]
Corn allergy is one form of food allergy that appears more prevalent than originally thought. Reports from the late 1950s suggested that corn allergy occurred in 0.16-30% of food allergy patients and were thought to be due to the sugars in corn.1 Surveys in countries such as Pakistan and Mexico revealed that corn allergies [...]
Are you allergic to something, or is it a food intolerance? Many people experience abnormal reactions after consuming foods that are typically harmless to the human body. These reactions can vary greatly in their severity ranging from mild discomfort and abdominal pain to chronic fatigue, severe rashes, difficulty breathing and in extreme cases anaphylaxis [...]
Almond Flour What is Almond Flour? Almond flour is simply almond nuts that have been ground and sieved to a certain particle size. It is the most widely used nut product and often used to make premium pastries and sweet goods like almond macaroons and Parisian macarons. This flour makes it a [...]
Soy Replacement What is Soy Replacement? Soy, also known as soybean, is a legume and an important source of nutrients in the human diet. It's products are widely used in baked goods for: Improving nutritional value Providing a convenient alternative for eliminating gluten from diets targeting celiacs Replacing eggs However due rising [...]
Egg Wash Substitute What is an Egg Wash Substitute? An egg wash substitute is a fluid preparation containing one or more ingredients designed to replace an egg wash for glazing bread, pies and pastry items. It can be formulated to fully or partially replace eggs depending on the type of finished application. [...]
Macadamia Nuts Also known as Bush nuts, Australian nuts What are macadamia nuts? Macadamia nuts are a popular premium ingredient in food products. Known for their unique buttery texture and rich, sweet flavor, their creamy color enhances a product's sensory appeal. Macadamia nuts have a tender, soft crunch. Their flavor blends very [...]
Wheat allergies are one of the eight most common allergens in the United States. Wheat Allergy What is a Wheat Allergy? Wheat allergies are a type of food allergen caused by the body producing histamine to attack certain proteins in wheat. Wheat allergies are one of the eight most common [...]
Food and drink manufacturing is the largest industrial sector in the UK, and the bakery sub-sector represents 24% of that workforce. In such a busy industry, bakeries often have early starts and late finishes, with non-stop work in between. Health and safety standards can sometimes slip, but they shouldn’t. Here are five tips to ensure [...]
Traditionally made breads undergoing a long fermentation allowed enough time for naturally occurring enzymes in wheat flour to break down the starches into sugars. With today’s faster pace and higher demand for bread many commercial bakeries utilize the catalytic power of enzymes to improve the texture of bread and extend shelf life. Enzymes can be [...]
