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Plant based ingredients like Citri-Fi citrus fiber improve a variety of foods
May 4, 2021
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Plant Based Ingredients: CEO State of the Business Interview

1) Who is Fiberstar and what does your company offer to the food ingredient marketplace? Fiberstar, Inc. manufactures and sells Citri-Fi citrus fiber, which is an upcycled, plant based ingredient produced from byproduct of the citrus juicing industry. The patented process, which is free from chemical modifications, opens up the fiber to create high water holding capacity and emulsification properties. This highly functional fiber improves stability, texture, and nutrition in a variety of food and beverages. From the beginning, Fiberstar pioneered citrus fiber technology. The clean process and dual functionality differentiated Citri-Fi from other plant based ingredients in the marketplace….

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber in Plant-based Foods
January 19, 2021
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Top 5 Blog Topics in 2020 about Citrus Fiber in Plant Foods

The year 2020 was a year full of change and evolution. For instance, the food industry lived through the most radical shifts in consumption behavior which affected all spectrum of the supply chain. Despite the disruption, many food businesses thrived. And some perished. But for a natural food ingredient company, this year drove innovation in specific areas including clean label and plant-based foods. Much of this was due to consumers reflection on their ability to stay healthy. Citrus Fiber in Clean Label and Plant-based Foods The clean label trend took hold of the market several years ago. And now the…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber Improves Quality of Natural Plant-based Foods
January 12, 2021
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Top 5 Videos in 2020: Natural Plant-based Foods

In 2020, the COVID pandemic sent a shock wave through the consumer markets especially when it related to food. In the beginning, consumers panicked and cleaned out pasta shelves, frozen food bins and stacks of canned goods. Aisles were left bear with oscillating signs hanging on single screws. Food service venues shut down in several parts of the U.S. to minimize the spread. However, despite the short-term erratic behavior, there is one consistency that evolved from the crisis – consumers shifted gears in food consumption. As a result, plant-based foods emerged in the spotlight. With the COVID pandemic lingering in…

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January 5, 2021
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Fiberstar, Inc. Joins the Plant-based Foods Association (PBFA)

Fiberstar, Inc. joined the Plant-based Foods Association. This organization supports plant-based companies so that they succeed and thrive in the food industry. Since Fiberstar offers a portfolio of nature-based citrus fibers, this organization fits the company’s vision. “We look forward to playing a bigger role in the plant-based foods industry.” says President and CEO, John Haen. “The Company’s superior line of highly functional citrus fibers are key to creating quality plant-based products.” Citrus Fiber in Meat Substitutes & Dairy Alternatives Fiberstar manufactures Citri-Fi® citrus fiber which is produced from byproduct of the citrus juicing process. Because the patented process is free…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber Natural Emulsifier for Sauce and Dressings
October 6, 2020
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Sauces & Meat Substitutes: Citrus Fiber Successes

Citri-Fi® citrus fiber provides multiple functionalities which benefits various food products. For instance, in September, 2020 despite the numerous citrus fiber wins, two categories stood out – sauces and meat substitutes. So, what do these three foods have in common? All require emulsification in order to create stability. At the same time, finding a natural emulsifier is an even bigger challenge. Creamy and Emulsified Stable Sauces In sauces, Citri-Fi citrus fiber provides several benefits. For example, in dressings and condiments like vegan mayonnaise, Citri-Fi 100M40 (0.25% to 1.50%) emulsifies the oil and water to create a creamy texture. This emulsion…

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New Video Series: Replace Methyl Cellulose in Meat Alternatives using Citri-Fi® Citrus Fiber
September 4, 2020
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Replace Methyl Cellulose in Meat Analogs Video Series

Fiberstar, Inc. released a video series covering the three new solutions using citrus fiber to clean up meat alternative labels. For instance, the videos demonstrate how to create the meat-free or vegan patties using specific ingredients, equipment and methods. Ultimately, the citrus fiber replaces methyl cellulose and creates the meat-like texture and bite that consumers expect. Fiberstar launched three new solutions sets using natural citrus fiber to replace methyl cellulose in meat alternatives. As a result, these innovative solutions meet the three requirements when developing meat substitutes. First, it needs to create meat-like appearance and texture. Secondly, the solution set…

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Citri-Fi® Citrus Fiber Improves Meat Substitute Foods like Vegan Meats by Creating Juicy, Succulent, Meat-like Texture and Apperance
August 19, 2020
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Meat Substitute Foods: Creating Clean Labels using Citrus Fiber

Creating clean label meat substitutes is possible by using natural ingredients like citrus fiber which holds a lot of water to enhance juiciness, serves as a natural emulsifier and creates the meat-like appearance and texture that consumers expect when eating plant-based meats. Meat substitute food products popped up in the market like the color neon in the 1980’s. However, unlike neon which faded as fast as it illuminated the fashion world, plant-based food products are now the new normal. Environmental and health concerns steered meat alternatives into the food industry limelight. Because of this, plant-based is a long-term life style…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber Extract Provides High Water Holding and Emulsification Properties to Food Products
June 9, 2020
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Citrus Fiber/Fibre: Frequently Asked Questions

Citrus fiber is the “go-to” clean label ingredient, especially Citri-Fi® citrus fiber. This natural citrus fiber sets itself apart from other citrus fibers due to its sustainable story, patented technology and superior functional benefits. For instance this citrus fiber or citrus fiber extract provides high water holding, emulsification and gelling properties. In addition, it cleans up food labeling. Learn more about this superior citrus fiber by checking out the frequently asked questions. Because of citrus fiber’s clean label functional benefits in food and beverage products, the food industry placed citrus fiber in the limelight. As a result, customers continue to ask…

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Citri-Fi Citrus Fiber in Foods Improves Water Holding and Emulsification
May 19, 2020
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How to Add Citri-Fi® Citrus Fiber to Foods

Citri-Fi® citrus fiber improves texture, labeling, stability and nutrition of various food products. However, to use this natural citrus fiber in foods, it needs to be hydrated correctly to activate the full functionality. As a result, these four easy methods minimize dispersion issues that may arise when adding this natural ingredient.  Before diving into how to use citrus fiber in foods, let us review why you need to use Citri-Fi in the first place. Citri-Fi citrus fiber uses a process free from chemical modifications. The mechanical process opens up the fiber to provide high water holding and emulsification properties. As…

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Citri-Fi® Citrus Fiber Improves Healthy Food by Reducing Eggs, Oils and Fat and Contributes Fiber
May 12, 2020
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5 Way to Create Healthy Food using Citrus Fiber

Citri-Fi® citrus fiber creates high quality healthy food. For instance, this natural citrus fiber provides high water holding and emulsification properties. As a result, this natural citrus fiber can reduce oil, fat, eggs and add dietary fiber to an array of food products like bakery, beverages, dressings and snacks.  Creating healthy food today involves subtracting negatively perceived ingredients in addition to adding health promoting elements. For instance, food makers continue to reduce oils and fats in foods. As a result, consumers benefit from lower calories. On the other hand, creating better foods entails removing allergens such as soy, gluten or egg….

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