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Citrus Fiber / Fibre Improves Texture, Stability and Labeling of Plant-based Milks
March 23, 2020
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BLOG: Top 7 FAQ about Citrus Fiber in Plant-based Milks

Citri-Fi® citrus fiber improves mouthfeel and stability in different types of plant-based milks. At low usage levels, 0.2% to 0.4%, this clean label citrus fiber creates high quality plant milk. To learn more, Fiberstar compiled a list of FAQ about citrus fiber in plant-based milks. Vegan milks may differ in the plant bases, yet, they all possess similar textural goals. As a matter of fact, they all strive to provide consumers a wonderful mouthfeel and stability over time. One ingredient that offers these desired benefits is Citri-Fi citrus fiber. Because of this, Fiberstar works closely with plant-based milk manufacturers from bench…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber Improves Texture, Nutrition and Labeling of Healthy Beverages and Healthy Drinks and Refreshments
March 17, 2020
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BLOG: Healthy Beverages Spill into 2020

Citri-Fi® citrus fiber improves texture, nutrition and labeling of healthy beverages such as acidified protein drinks, vegetable/fruit drinks, smoothies and powders. At low usage levels (0.1% to 1.0%), this natural fiber delivers emulsification, improved mouthfeel, stability and clouding to a variety of beverages. Healthy beverages continue to spike interest in 2020. These healthy beverage launches range from using less sugar to incorporating more functional ingredients to promote overall well being.  For instance, Citri-Fi citrus fiber not only contributes some fiber to drinks, but also, this natural ingredient provides additional textural benefits such as emulsification, stabilization, clouding and improved mouthfeel. Healthy Beverages…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber/ Fibre Used in Clean Label Yogurts to Improve Stability, Mouthfeel and Thickness
February 20, 2020
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BLOG: How to Make Clean Label Yogurt using Citrus Fiber

Citrus fiber can be used to create clean label yogurts due to its highly functional benefits including stability, reduced syneresis, improved mouthfeel and increased thickness. Yogurt is the one food product that exploded in popularity over the years. Consumers quickly embraced this health halo food regardless of its contents. However, today, the clean label movement is changing how consumers decide on which yogurts to purchase. And seeing that retailers’ dairy sections offer wall-to-wall variety of yogurts, it is no surprise consumers are reading labels to determine the best choice. Now, not only do consumers need to be aware of added…

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Citri-Fi Natural Citrus Fiber/ Fibre Provides High Water Holding and Emulsification to Food Products
January 6, 2020
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BLOG: Top 5 Most Read Fiberstar Editorial Posts in 2019

Fiberstar continues to broadcast top line information about Citri-Fi natural citrus fiber and how this functional fiber fits the market need. As a result, the top 5 topics below highlight the key interests. However, though these may be the top 5, our article archives capture topics ranging from food applications to ingredient functionality.  Please check out the other archived articles about natural citrus fiber HERE:  1.  Citri-Fi 100 Natural Citrus Fiber Clean Label Gelling Pectin Replacement This natural citrus fiber contains native pectin content which can be activated in low pH and high Brix conditions. As a result, using Citri-Fi…

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Smoothies - Citri-Fi Natural Citrus Fiber / Fibre Stabilization & Texture
May 9, 2019
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BLOG: The Rough and the Smoothie

RTD fruit smoothies face texture, mouthfeel and stability challenges. Citri-Fi® natural citrus fiber provides clean label stabilization and texturizing which improves the quality over the smoothie’s shelf-life.   When the smoothie trend hit, consumers followed suit with high enthusiasm. Patrons flocked to the stores buying high end blenders, smoothie mixes and a variety of fruits and vegetables. Each morning, they thumbed through ideas on social media or e-cookbooks searching for the ultimate recipe. And for those who boycotted brick and mortars, there was always the option of ordering the smoothie kits on-line. While these do-it-yourself’ers (DIY) took pride in mixing…

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