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Vodka or gin: which is better for making lychee martinis?
As the weather warms, it’s time to prepare refreshing summer drinks, and making a tropical martini is certainly the perfect way to beat the summer heat. If you prefer the rich flavor of lychee, you might have a hard time deciding whether gin or vodka pairs better with this dish. To find the...Read more -
Korean pear juice, intravenous infusions, vitamin patches: are these popular hangover remedies really effective?
Korean pear juice, intravenous infusions, vitamin patches: are these popular hangover remedies really effective? We’ve all experienced it: a throbbing headache, persistent nausea, and a sense of exhaustion that no cup of coffee can relieve. A hangover serves as a reminder that yesterdayR...Read more -
Apple cider vinegar for weight loss: doctors explain its effectiveness.
New weight loss trends are constantly emerging, but one method is particularly popular on social media: apple cider vinegar. Many people confidently claim that drinking apple cider vinegar can lead to significant weight loss results. Unlike many other popular trends, there is limited research on ...Read more -
Production and biochemical characterization of oyster mushroom laccase NRC 620 and evaluation of its efficiency in apple juice clarification.
After 25 days of static incubation at 28°C, laccase from *Pleurotus ostreatus* NRC620 showed the highest activity in the fungal culture medium. The optimal pH and temperature values for this enzyme were 3.0 and 70°C, respectively. After 2 hours of incubation at 40°C and 50°C, the enzyme activit...Read more -
Tissue-Based Plant Proteins Strategic Business Report 2025
Dublin, June 5, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ResearchAndMarkets.com has added a new report, “Textured Vegetable Proteins – Global Strategic Business Report.” The global textured vegetable protein market was valued at US$1.6 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$2....Read more -
Padma Lakshmi’s $11 bean pasta is perfect for summer.
To be completely clear, I substituted the pasta because I had a new package at home (which I had purchased previously for the same price – $1.99) and I decided to add $3.99 worth of dried thyme instead of the $1.99 package of fresh thyme. If I buy a paste based on its main ingredients, the ...Read more -
Nestlé has launched a “milk plus soy milk” baby drink in the Philippines.
Nestlé has launched a “milk plus soy milk” baby drink in the Philippines. The product combines milk and plant proteins and is claimed to be the first of its kind in the baby food category in the Philippines. The new product, called “BEAR BRAND MILK N’ SOY,” will be s...Read more -
Tomato production in France fell slightly at the end of the season, leading to a drop in prices.
According to a forecast published on November 1, 2025, fresh tomato production in France in 2025 will amount to 497,600 tons, down 11,100 tons (-2%) from 2024. In October 2025, tomato prices fell by 24% compared to the same period in 2024 and by 19% compared to the average price for the same peri...Read more -
why tomato puree could improve male fertility
Eating tomato puree could be beneficial in improving male fertility, a new study has suggested. The nutrient Lycopene, found in tomatoes, has been found to help boost sperm quality, contributing to improvements in their shape, size and swimming capabilities. Better quality sperm A team of...Read more -
Italian canned tomatoes dumped in Australia
Following a complaint filed last year by SPC, Australia’s anti-dumping regulator has ruled that three large Italian tomato processing companies sold products in Australia at artificially low prices and significantly undercut local businesses. Australian tomato processor SPC’s complaint argued tha...Read more -
Branston releases three high-protein bean meals
Branston has added three new high-protein vegetarian/plant-based bean meals to its lineup. Branston Chickpea Dhal features chickpeas, whole brown lentils, onion and red pepper in a “mildly aromatic tomato sauce”; Branston Mexican Style Beans is a five-bean chilli in a rich tomato sauce; and Bran...Read more -
Chinese Quarterly Tomato Exports
Chinese exports in the third quarter of 2025 were 9% lower than in the same quarter of 2024; not all destinations are affected equally; the most significant decline concerns the imports to the Western EU, particularly a significant decline in Italian imports. In the third quarter of 2025 (2025Q3...Read more