PETpla.net Insider 06 / 2019

BEVERAGE INGREDIENTS PET planet Insider Vol. 20 No. 06/19 www.petpla.net 62 from different plant sources must be combined in a particular way. This is why Döhler uses plant-based protein mixes, for example from rice, oats or peas, and these supply the body with all physiologically essential amino acids. Proteins from premium plant sources and natural aroma composi- tions ensure that the end products – from crisp energy bars to creamy, protein-rich almond milk to refreshing green fruit smoothies – feature excep- tional multisensory properties and first-class flavour. Botanical extracts: functional ingredients Besides great flavour, added health benefits play a crucial role for many consumers. Known as functional ingredients, these can have a positive effect on health and are therefore very interesting. With its botanical variety, nature offers an important source of natural extracts that fulfil consum- ers’ desires for healthy additional benefits. The Döhler range of functional natural ingredients are claimed to be suitable for a wide variety of products. For example, valuable plant extracts from premium “superfoods” open up the potential for innovation when positioning food and drinks in the health sector. With its high Vitamin C content (on average 1,700mg of Vitamin C per 100g of fruit), the Brazilian acerola berry can contrib- ute to strengthening the immune system and preventing cardiovascular diseases. Döhler sources raw materials such as these directly from the regions of origin. They can be used in products like pro- tein shakes, sweets or cereal bars, and of course also in tablet or powder form. Sugar: less is more Consuming too much sugar can lead to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascu- lar disease and cavities. But consum- ers do not want to go without the great taste of sweet goods. Instead, they expect products in the confectionary sector to include functional ingredients such as vitamins, roughage, proteins, antioxidants and amino acids. By exclusively using natural ingre- dients such as botanical extracts from fruits, vegetables and other natural raw materials, even sweets themselves can have healthy added value. This is why Döhler has developed functional fruit gums that not only taste good but also contain healthy ingredients like proteins, guarana and extracts from “superfoods”, and also offers high-quality fruit fillings in biscuits, the pleasurable crunch in chocolate products or reduced-calorie sweetening system solutions. Drinks for a new generation With drinks too, the worldwide trend is towards reduced-sugar prod- ucts. Today, consumers want excit- ing new soft drinks, teas and coffees. “Brewed” and “crafted” are the magic words in this sector. Brewed and fermented sodas, crafted colas and lemonades, brewed tea drinks or cold- brew coffees, these drinks have one thing in common: consumers expect pure and undistorted flavour com- bined with reduced sweetness, easy digestibility and natural ingredients. HEUFT SYSTEMTECHNIK GMBH · AmWind 1 · 56659 Burgbrohl · Germany · info@heuft.com · heuft.com BOTTLERS‘ PET FOR 40 YEARS: THE FAVOURITE SUPPLIER OF SUPERIOR IN-LINE INSPECTION EQUIPMENT FOR PET BOTTLERS IS CALLED HEUFT! #40yearsofheuft