Why Choose Guires's FRL as Your Food Product Development (FPD) Consultant and Partner?

There are several options in almost every product area in today’s market, and the difficulty is in coming up with unique items that stand out and connect with customers. Guires Food Research Lab (FRL) takes a holistic approach to creating food and beverage products. We define, demographically target, and build effective goods through a sequential process for category selection and comprehension. The client can visit the lab to learn the process. We offer unlimited rounds of revisions to ensure customer satisfaction. The final product prototype, along with the documentation process, including the video (through email), will be shipped to the client, and in case the client is not satisfied with the video, a food technology consultant will visit the place for the product demo at the client’s costs.

What are the different forms that you deliver the Food Product Formulations?

The food industry is witnessing a new form of consumption. Keeping that in mind, we can formulate the products in the form of ready-to-eat, ready-to-drink, ready-to-mix, ready-to-serve, and ready-to-cook food products. We use ingredients that offer an added value to the development and improve its indulgence and sustainability in terms of its functional ingredients, plant-based food dyes, and natural preservatives with a clean label.

What are the sectors Food Research Lab cover?

We cover a wide range of sectors such as soups, sauces and dips, chips, tortillas, dry beverage powder, plant-based products, masalas, puddings, instant mixes and many more.

How is sensory testing been carried out?

Our sensory examination leads to the precise formulation and recipe recommendations. We develop data-driven design models based on sensory research and customer insights. The fact-based design methodology used by Guires reduces risk and gives our clients market confidence while cutting development time in half. With our dedicated sensory lab facility, our team takes satisfaction in creating and optimizing successful products in the marketplace, generating a favourable return on investment, and developing brand advocates.

Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid Recall Notice

05 Apr

Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid Recall Notice

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Immediate Release – February 17, 2024

Product Information: Nordic Naturals is issuing a voluntary recall of the following product:

Product Name: Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid

Size: 0.76 fl. oz. (22.5 mL)

Dosage: 400 IU (10mcg) D3 per serving

Reason for Recall: Due to a manufacturing error, one lot of Nordic Naturals Baby’s Vitamin D3 Liquid has been found to contain elevated levels of Vitamin D3. Long-term consumption at these levels may lead to adverse health effects in infants, such as vomiting, loss of appetite, increased thirst, frequent urination, and lethargy. 1

Health Risks: Excessive intake of Vitamin D3 can impair infant growth and cause hyperkalemia, dehydration, and other serious health issues. Parents and caregivers are advised to monitor for symptoms and consult a healthcare professional if concerns arise.

Regulatory Actions:

In line with FDA regulations, Nordic Naturals is proactively recalling the affected product from the market.

Consumers in possession of the recalled product should cease use immediately and can return it to their place of purchase for a full refund or exchange.

The FDA encourages consumers to report any adverse reactions through the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program.

Safety Reminder: The current tolerable upper intake level for Vitamin D3 in infants (0 to 6 months) is set at 400 IU/day. This incident underscores the importance of adhering to recommended dosages for vitamin supplements. 2