Food and Beverage

Analysis of Capsaicinoids for Scoville Heating Unit (SHU)

By Editorial Team | Jan 19, 2023

The Scoville Heat Scale, devised by Wilbur Scoville in 1912, has long been the benchmark for measuring the pungency of chili peppers and other spicy foods. While the original method was a sensory test, modern laboratory professionals rely on more objective, precise...

Pesticide Testing and Residue Limits in Food and Feed Products

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 18, 2023

Pesticide testing and the enforcement of residue limits are critical components of food safety, protecting consumers from the potential health risks associated with pesticide residues

an image showing crop spraying in an agricultural setting, with the molecular formulas of common pesticides subtly incorporated into the background. The image combines the realism of agricultural processes with the scientific elements of pesticide application

Food Expiration Dating | Expiry | Stability

By Editorial Team | Jan 16, 2023

Did you know the only food item required by federal law to display an expiration date is infant formula? Other food products that display expiration dates voluntarily adhere to the labeling system as a way to protect the reputation of their products by ensuring...

Dietary Supplements | Polyherbal Formulation

By Editorial Team | Jan 16, 2023

A polyherbal formulation is a formulation made of two or more herbs. Polyherbalism is an Ayurvedic principle that suggests single herbal formulations are insufficient but when combined, they produce a greater result. Polyherbal formulations have recently gained...

How Do Laboratories Measure a Food’s Glycemic Index (GI) or GI Value?

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 15, 2023

By measuring the GI values of foods, laboratories provide essential information that guides dietary choices, supports diabetes management, and promotes overall health.

image of a scientist working at a bench with high glycemic index products, set in a modern laboratory environment

How is Expiration Dating Done on Food Products?

By Editorial Team | Jan 15, 2023

Dates on food products help not only stores but consumers determine how long the product will maintain its "best quality." Food items sold or consumed after the "use-by" date that have been stored according to packaging recommendations should still be safe to eat,...