Halal Food: An Emerging Global
The Rise of Halal Certification As the global Muslim population grows, so too does demand for halal certified food products. Halal, which means permissible in Arabic, refers to foods and other items that are lawful according to Islamic principles. Foods must come from sources approved by Islamic law, such as halal-slaughtered meat from animals killed […]
A Closer Look at Understanding the Role of Food Stabilizers
What are Food Stabilizers? Food stabilizers are substances that are added to food products to maintain consistency and structure. Food Stabilizers help thicken, emulsify or gell the food without significantly changing its nutritional value or flavor. Some common stabilizers include guar gum, alginates, carrageenan, pectin and gelatin. Function Stabilizers play an important role in maintaining […]