Why Choose Food Research Lab's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Food Research Lab's Food Research Lab takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Food Research Lab reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

Cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including type 2 diabetes (T2D), metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), are major global health concerns. Emerging evidence highlights fermented dairy foods (FDFs) and probiotics as promising interventions for preventing and managing CMDs. A 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis explored the impact of FDFs and probiotics on CMD risk factors, revealing notable benefits and key insights for manufacturers.

The Role of Fermented Dairy Products and Probiotics in Cardiometabolic Health: Evidence-Based Insights

Interesting News . Dec 28, 2024

Cardiometabolic diseases (CMDs), including type 2 diabetes (T2D), metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), are major global health concerns. Emerging evidence highlights fermented dairy foods (FDFs) and probiotics as promising interventions for preventing and managing CMDs. A 2020 systematic review and meta-analysis explored the impact of FDFs and probiotics on CMD risk factors, revealing notable benefits and key insights for manufacturers.

Key Findings

Impact of Fermented Dairy Foods (FDFs)
- Prospective Cohort Studies (PCSs):
  - Regular consumption of fermented milk reduced the risk of stroke, ischemic heart disease, and cardiovascular mortality by 4% (RR: 0.96; 95% CI: 0.94, 0.98).
  - Yogurt intake was linked to:
    - A 27% reduction in T2D risk (RR: 0.73; 95% CI: 0.70, 0.76).
    - A 20% reduction in metabolic syndrome risk (RR: 0.80; 95% CI: 0.74, 0.87).
- Effects of Probiotic Supplementation
  - Dairy Matrix vs. Capsules/Powder (Randomized Controlled Trials – RCTs):
    - - Dairy Matrix Probiotics:
        Greater reductions in lipid biomarkers in hypercholesterolemic individuals.
        Significant reductions in anthropometric parameters (e.g., weight, BMI) in obese subjects.
    - Capsule/Powder Probiotics:
      - Greater reductions in T2D biomarkers in diabetic individuals.
      - Effective in reducing anthropometric parameters in obese subjects.

This graph highlights:

Visualizing the Evidence

Graph 1: Risk Reduction with Fermented Dairy Foods

Condition	Risk Reduction (%)
Stroke, Ischemic Heart Disease	4%
T2D (Yogurt Intake)	27%
Metabolic Syndrome (Yogurt)	20%

Graph 2: Effectiveness of Probiotic Supplementation

Parameter	Dairy Matrix	Capsules/Powder
Lipid Biomarkers (Reduction)	✅ Better	⚪ Moderate
T2D Biomarkers (Reduction)	⚪ Moderate	✅ Better
Anthropometric Parameters	✅ Significant	✅ Significant

Level of Evidence

Implications for Manufacturers

Product Development
- Fermented Dairy Products:
  - Develop fermented milk and yogurt with added functional ingredients targeting CMD prevention.
  - Formulate products rich in probiotics to enhance cardiovascular and metabolic health.
- Probiotic Supplements:
  - Create targeted capsule or powder formulations for managing T2D and supporting weight loss.
  - Integrate probiotics into dairy matrices for lipid management.
Claims and Marketing
- Highlight evidence-based claims such as:
  - “Supports cardiovascular health.”
  - “Helps manage T2D and metabolic syndrome.”
- Provide transparency on probiotic strains and dosages to build consumer trust.
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure products align with FSSAI, FDA, or EFSA standards for functional claims.
- Conduct additional clinical trials for specific strains to strengthen product credibility.

How FRL Can Help

Evidence-Based Formulation
- Develop customized formulations of fermented dairy products and probiotics tailored to CMD prevention.
- Incorporate clinically validated strains into products for targeted health benefits.
Clinical Trial Management
- Design and manage clinical trials to validate product claims for lipid reduction, weight management, and glycemic control.
- Conduct strain-specific research to enhance product efficacy.
Regulatory and Market Support
- Prepare dossiers for regulatory approval, including health claims and safety assessments.
- Offer guidance on consumer-targeted messaging and competitive market positioning.
Scalability and Innovation
- Assist in scaling up production while ensuring product stability and efficacy.
- Support the integration of probiotics into diverse delivery formats (e.g., dairy, capsules, powders).

Conclusion

The evidence supports the significant role of fermented dairy foods and probiotics in improving cardiometabolic health. By leveraging these findings, manufacturers can develop innovative, evidence-backed products that meet consumer demand for functional foods and supplements.