Organic Processing Vol.6 #3

New Omega- 3 SoyButter
Replacement for Peanut Butter

Hilton Soy Foods recently developed a “same taste” one-to-one substitute to replace both peanuts and peanut butter in virtually any kind of product. It not only tastes like peanut butter, but smells like

it too—plus it is high in omega-3s, an essential fatty acid. This offers a solution for manufacturers who want to help keep kids and schools free of peanut allergens. Hilton SoyButter has no fillers of any kind, is non-GMO and kosher, and is made with gently roasted

Canadian soybeans.

Hilton Soy Foods, 734.973.0778 • www.soybutter.com

Navitas Naturals Introduces First Organic Chia Seeds

Chia seed is an ancient, nutrient-dense superfood that is one of the hottest natural products in the marketplace

today—and now it’s available in

organic. Chia seed (salvia
hispanica) has much in
common with flaxseed, but
it’s easier to digest and boasts
higher levels of natural antioxi-
dants that provide a nutritional boost and help it maintain
freshness and shelf life. Chia also has an ideal ratio (3: 2) of
essential fatty acids (omegas) and is a good source of pro-
tein (more than 20 percent, containing all of the essential
amino acids). Lastly, chia seed possesses more than 5 per-
cent soluble fiber and absorbs as much as 12 times its
weight in water. When introduced to fluids, the seeds form
a gel which creates a barrier between carbohydrates and
the digestive enzymes that would break them down. This
causes the carbs to be converted to glucose at a slow rate,
thus preventing insulin spikes. The water retention from
the chia seed gel also helps the body maintain proper
hydration. Because of the gelling attribute, chia can work
as a thickening agent in recipes for soups, smoothies,
sauces and puddings. It can be added to breads, bars and
cereals as well.

Navitas Naturals USA, 888.645.4282 • www.navitasnaturals.com

New Food Gripper from Techno-Sommer Automatic

The new GGL3060 Food Gripper is sealed according to IP69K standards, allowing it to withstand both high-pressure and high-temperature washdown cleanings. It has a corrosion-resistant, stainless steel design and meets guidelines for hygienic

food production machinery, making it food-safe. The gripper’s jaws swing open 180º, so that it can easily clear material below it. The angular design provides up to 33Nm (24lb/ft) of gripping torque and the unit includes sensors that sense jaw position.