Resveratrol and its role in the cosmetics industry
Grapes and their derivatives are the most important natural sources of resveratrol. For this reason, they are gaining prominence in various industries, such as nutraceuticals, for the formulation of enriched foods and healthy and functional beverages; cosmetics, to make moisturising creams, serums and make-up that benefit the epidermis; and nutricosmetics, to develop nutritional supplements that
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Does grape juice concentrate contain alcohol?
The rise of the quest for wellness among consumers is driving the global alcoholic beverage industry to incorporate alternatives with little or no alcohol. Within this sector, wine producers have adapted to these new healthy trends and are also incorporating in their offer various non-alcoholic or low-alcoholic wine options, with flavours or bodies very similar
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Current Trends in the Healthy Beverage Industry
For consumers, healthy beverages are an excellent way to achieve that lifestyle that gives them a sense of all-around well-being. To do so, they demand a balance between profit, taste and sustainability. They still want interesting and delicious beverages, but without feeling guilty. In this post we focus on understanding what the consumer wants and
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Grape juice & healthy facts
The medicinal value of grapevines, grapes and the juices of ripe grapes have been recognised and used since ancient times to treat various conditions, such as liver disease, cholera and constipation. For example, in ancient Greece, a drink of honey plus unfermented grape juice (oenomel) was created to treat gout and other nervous disorders. Today,
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Aspartame vs. natural sugars from grape concentrate
There are several types of sugars in the daily diet. Some sugars are added to food, others are present in fruit and vegetables. The truth is that sugars are a source of energy and, according to the European Food Safety Authority EFSA, some types of sugars, such as glucose, are essential for the proper functioning
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Consuelo Soler, I admire my uncle and I am happy to work for my family.
1-In a few words, who is Consuelo Soler, how do you define yourself? I consider myself a hard worker, optimistic and always ready to teach and help people around me who need me. 2-How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? I started working in the company in 1985,
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How has the production of red and white grape juice concentrate evolved at Julián Soler?
Increased production and diversification of products and solutions within the grape juice and concentrate industry at Julián Soler. Since our beginnings as grape juice concentrators in 1968, the significant increase in production experienced by Julián Soler over the years has been accompanied by technological innovation and diversification of products and solutions within the grape juice
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How does grape juice concentrate contribute to the development of isotonic (energy) beverages?
Currently, the use of fruit juices as a base for the production of functional and healthy beverages is an increasingly noticeable trend. Grape juice is one of the ones that contributes the most antioxidants to isotonic or sports drinks. Moreover, must contains key bioactive compounds for the balance of the microbiota and provides electrolytes and
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Juan Antonio Picazo, a champion at Julián Soler
1- In a few words, who is Juan Antonio Picazo, how do you define yourself? I define myself as a compassionate, caring and humble person. 2- How long have you been working at Julián Soler and what are your duties? It’s been 27 years now, and I’m in production, specifically in the grape juice concentrate
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The best natural base for making wine: grape juice concentrate
Wine is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, and there are so many varieties that there will always be one to suit every palate. For thousands of years, it has been part of the culture and life in society, and for years it has become an important pillar in the economy
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