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🎂 11 years of Juice News... and it will not stop! Also: Effects of Drinking a Can of COKE on Your Body.

For Professionals in the Juice and Citrus industry

Today, 11 years ago, I sent out the first edition of Juice News to 22 people. For those of the early hour and the thousands who joined later on: Thank you. The coming weeks you will see some changes coming to the website and the newsletter as well. We’ll go into the new year as optimized and focused as possible!
Enjoy!
Jan van Iperen
With in today’s edition:
Sweetener Erythritol Poses Stroke Risk by Damaging Brain Barrier
Efficient Water Waste Solutions for Food & Beverage Industry by Collo's RF-Powered Technology
Effects of Drinking a Can of COKE on Your Body
Frost in April Results in Significant Losses Across Various Turkish Citrus Varieties
RSA Citrus Industry Aims for Growth with New Market Access
Question Raised Over Asda's 'Tang Gold' Mandarin Claim and Intellectual Property Rights
Effects of Drying Methods on Citrus Aurantium Phytochemicals and Activities
Novel Nano-Levan Synthesis Method for Sucrose Quantification with Levansucrase
CsAIL6: Key Transcription Factor Regulating Citric Acid Levels in Citrus Fruits
Juice News 🧃
Erythritol, a common sweetener, poses a risk to the brain barrier, increasing stroke possibility. Despite its prevalent use as a sugar substitute in various products, caution is advised due to potential harm to health.
Collo’s RF-powered technology offers efficient solutions for reducing water waste in the food & beverage industry, aiding in meeting sustainability goals. Benefits include cleaner processes, increased productivity, and seamless automation, making it a valuable tool for manufacturers striving for sustainability and operational efficiency.
Drinking a can of Coke can lead to health issues like fatty liver disease, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Limit intake of sugary beverages to safeguard your health.
→ For new readers: please know that these snippets are a summary of the article, not my personal advice.
Citrus News 🍊
Frost in April led to substantial losses in Turkish citrus production, affecting nearly all citrus varieties. Compared to last season, overall Turkish citrus production is noticeable lower.
CGA CEO Dr. Boitshoko Ntshabele advocates for new market access to enhance South Africa’s citrus industry growth and resilience. The Vision 260 initiative and “Gain, Retain and Optimize” strategy target exporting 260 million cartons by 2032, fostering transformation and sustainability.
Asda's claim that its 'Tang Gold' mandarin is a unique variation different from the protected Nadorcott raises legal concerns. To avoid disputes over intellectual property rights, companies must conduct thorough research and due diligence before marketing new products, especially in regulated industries. Clarifying product origins and trademarks is crucial to prevent costly legal battles and protect brand reputation.
🍋 Keep an eye on citrodex.com. I am building the ultimate citrus resource.
Research Worth Reading 🔬
Research on Citrus aurantium shows freeze-drying retains the highest phytochemical compounds and antioxidant activity, while vacuum-drying preserves anti-diabetic properties. Hot air-drying and sun-drying also affect specific activities. For optimal preservation of health benefits, consider the drying method's impact when processing Citrus aurantium.
A novel method for sucrose quantification involves nanolevan synthesis by levansucrase, enabling turbidity measurement with spectrophotometry. This straightforward approach offers a specific and rapid technique for sucrose determination, potentially useful in various industries requiring precise sugar analysis.
CsAIL6, a transcription factor, plays a crucial role in regulating citric acid levels in citrus fruits. Overexpressing CsAIL6 reduces fruit acidity, while silencing it increases citric acid content. This discovery offers a potential avenue for fine-tuning citrus fruit flavor to meet market preferences through genetic modifications targeting CsAIL6 expression levels.
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