The FDA first gave approval for spirulina as a food coloring for confections in 2013 in response to Mars’ petition to use the algae as a base for a natural blue for M&Ms . Turmeric has most recently grabbed interest for its functional properties; curcumin, a chemical in the spice, has offered potential for relieving […]
Nature’s Fynd, formerly known as Sustainable Bioproducts, was born out of an expedition to see what kind of life could survive in harsh circumstances. In the five years since becoming a company, Nature’s Fynd has raised $158 million — with $125 million of that in 2020 alone — built and started production in a 35,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Chicago, and hired […]
Srinvanas described Live Green’s ice cream as having a taste and texture very similar to premium dairy ice cream, but with less than 3% added sugars, and around 20 grams of protein and 7% fiber per pint. But Live Green isn’t trying to sell ice cream — or plant-based burger or pancake or drink mixes, which […]