Fortification of Food and Beverages with Phytonutrients
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With the emergence of fortified foods there is a worldwide increase in health awareness and interest in herbal alternatives. The change in outlook of consumers has encouraged the food and beverage industry to adopt fortification techniques to enhance the appeal of their products. Beverages and common foods like soups, yogurt, sauces, mayonnaise, jams, jellies, marmalades, cheese, margarine, bread and biscuits can be fortified with enriched herbal ext racts. This article reviews some of the trends in food fortification and its significance in the prevention of diseases.
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