Abstract: A potassium-fortified beverage comprising a first potassium component and a second potassium component, the first potassium component comprising monopotassium phosphate, and the second potassium component selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate and potassium citrate and any combinations thereof. The potassium-fortified beverage can be made using a potassium-fortifying composition comprising a blend of the first potassium component and the second potassium component. Methods for making the potassium-fortified beverage and the potassium-fortifying composition are also provided.

Abstract: A potassium-fortified beverage comprising a first potassium component and a second potassium component, the first potassium component comprising monopotassium phosphate, and the second potassium component selected from the group consisting of dipotassium phosphate and potassium citrate and any combinations thereof. The potassium-fortified beverage can be made using a potassium-fortifying composition comprising a blend of the first potassium component and the second potassium component. Methods for making the potassium-fortified beverage and the potassium-fortifying composition are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved beverage thickener system and beverage which achieve desired perceived viscosity levels and mouthfeel with reduced amounts of thickener while improving the mouthfeel characteristics of the beverage. The beverage and beverage thickener system comprise a thickener, preferably modified food starch, and a thickener adjuvant that is not a thickener. The weight ratio of modified food starch to thickener adjuvant typically is in the range of from about 40:1 to about 10:1.

Abstract: Citrus juice beverages having an oil soluble flavor antioxidant added thereto are provided. A tocopherol antioxidant, other than alpha-tocopherol, is added to a citrus juice beverage, such as orange juice, to preserve the flavor sensory attributes of stored juice without deteriorating the initial flavor sensory attributes of the juice.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved beverage thickener system and beverage which achieve desired perceived viscosity levels and mouthfeel with reduced amounts of thickener while improving the mouthfeel characteristics of the beverage. The beverage and beverage thickener system comprise a thickener, preferably modified food starch, and a thickener adjuvant that is not a thickener. The weight ratio of modified food starch to thickener adjuvant typically is in the range of from about 40:1 to about 10:1.

Abstract: A gelled juice product which includes a fruit or vegetable juice and carrageenan and which is palatable, stable and can be formed into a desired shape is disclosed herein. A method of making such a gelled juice product is also disclosed.

Abstract: Citrus juice beverages having an oil soluble flavor antioxidant added thereto are provided. A tocopherol antioxidant, other than alpha-tocopherol, is added to a citrus juice beverage, such as orange juice, to preserve the flavor sensory attributes of stored juice without deteriorating the initial flavor sensory attributes of the juice.

Abstract: A gelled juice product which includes a fruit or vegetable juice and carrageenan and which is palatable, stable and can be formed into a desired shape is disclosed herein. A method of making such a gelled juice product is also disclosed.

Abstract: A method is provided for administering to an individual a soy fortified citrus juice composition which includes soy protein that readily dissolves in citrus juice and does not unacceptably negatively impact sensory, mouth feel and viscosity attributes of the citrus juice component. When administered daily, these compositions enhance cardiovascular health indicators in the individual. The cardiovascular health indicators include cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings for the individual so treated.

Abstract: A method is provided for administering to an individual a soy fortified orange juice composition which includes soy protein that readily dissolves in orange juice and does not unacceptably negatively impact sensory, mouth feel and viscosity attributes of the orange juice component. When administered daily, these compositions enhance cardiovascular health indicators in the individual. The cardiovascular health indicators include cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings for the individual so treated.