Hormel Foods Announces New Omega-3/Vitamin D Ingredient at IFT

Hormel Foods’ proprietary technologies stabilize and protect the ingredients, allowing for easier emulsion in water-based drinks such as sports and energy drinks, smoothies and fruit juices.

Jul 23 2010 --- Hormel Foods Specialty Products Division announced its new ETERNA OMEGASOURCE omega-3 EPA/DHA and vitamin D combination ingredient for food and beverage applications. Hormel Foods uses proprietary technologies to create an ingredient that can be added to foods and beverages. The combination ingredient is allergen free, GMO free, GRAS affirmed and Kosher. It contains efficacious doses of omega-3 DHA/EPA and vitamin D, although Hormel Foods has the capability to customize its ingredients based on customer needs.

“Demand for vitamin D fortification is on the rise and omega-3 EPA/DHA is as popular as ever,” said Dr. Chet Rao, marketing manager for Hormel Foods Specialty Products. “This new ingredient will open doors for our customers, allowing them to create value-added products that stand apart from their competition.”

As with omega-3 EPA/DHA, vitamin D stability is an issue, especially when exposed to light. Hormel Foods’ proprietary technologies stabilize and protect the ingredients, allowing for easier emulsion in water-based drinks such as sports and energy drinks, smoothies and fruit juices.

For more information, IFT attendees are encouraged to visit the Hormel Specialty Products booth #4000 and speak with Dr. Chet Rao.