A look at alternative food sources

“The global population is expected to reach 9,7 billion in 2050. To meet the increasing demand for food, overall food production will need to be raised by about 70% above 2009 levels. New food sources imply those that have not been widely consumed, either because their consumption has been historically restricted to certain regions in the world, or because they have recently emerged in the global retail space thanks to technological innovations.

PLANT-BASED ALTERNATIVES

The growing trend in adopting plant-based diets is propelling advancements in the plant-based-alternatives industry. However, from a public health perspective, there has been limited research on the nutritional aspects of plant-based alternatives.

• Food safety implications

Contamination of plant-based food products with pathogens can occur through contact with sources