Industrial Ingredients

This informative program details industrial ingredients that are not used in domestic cooking and the functional roles they play in the context of meeting consumer requirements and the demands of mass processing. This program examines food additives and the laws that govern their use, health-promoting ingredients, processing aids and current trends and issues within the food industry. Sustainability is discussed, whilst key terminology is defined, including: 'Smart', 'Novel' and 'Nutraceutical'. This is a fascinating look at mass food production and what governs this growing industry in a straightforward format that allows viewers to glimpse into some of the world's biggest production companies.