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Calocurb: Natural GLP-1 Activator with 600% Hormone Increases - Sarah Kennedy & Dr. Edward Walker | Episode #191
For Episode #191 of the PricePlow Podcast, we explore one of the most interesting and scientifically-rigorous appetite control stories we've encountered on the podcast yet. Mike sits down with Sarah Kennedy, founder and CEO of Calocurb, and Dr. Edward Walker, the lead scientist behind the development of Amarasate®, the natural […]
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Redefining Vitamin B12: HTBA's MecobalActive For Foods, Supplements, and Drinks | Episode #188
For Episode #188 of the PricePlow Podcast, we welcome Edwin Gonzalez, Functional Health Sales Manager at Health Tech Bio Actives (HTBA), alongside Michael Alfaro from Master Foods Lab. This episode marks a milestone collaboration: putting cutting-edge vitamin B12 science into functional foods that consumers can actually feel working.
Edwin introduces MecobalActive[…]
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Making Better For You Snacks Better with Glanbia Nutritionals: Jonathan Baner & James Stone | Episode #185
On Episode #185 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben welcome Jonathan Baner (Senior R&D Director) and James Stone (Vice President of Global Marketing and Insights) from Glanbia Nutritionals to explore the fascinating world of protein extrusion technology and better-for-you snacking. This powerhouse team brings deep expertise in both the science and consumer insights […]
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Sensapure's Tyrus Sciarra on Flavor Innovation, Sucralose vs. Natural Sweeteners, and Industry Trends | Episode #179
On Episode #179 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben sit down with Tyrus Sciarra, the high-energy sales dynamo from Sensapure Flavors, at IFT First 2025 in Chicago. Broadcasting from Sensapure's booth (the same location where we recorded our Episode #175 with Solar Foods), this conversation dives deep into the evolving world […]
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The Vitamin A Toxicity Epidemic - Dr. Garrett Smith | Episode #150
Dr. Garrett Smith, known as the Nutrition Detective, joins the PricePlow Podcast to discuss his journey into the world of vitamin A toxicity and its connection to numerous health issues. This is an impactful episode, as we're learning how damaging this fat-soluble class of molecules is -- especially when consumed in excess over […]
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Moldy Protein Brownies? Master Foods Lab's 4-Pronged Attack on Mold
It's always an educational experience when we get to hear from Michael Alfaro of Master Foods Lab. As the functional foods and high-protein snack marketplace continues to heat up, and brands are competing to release delicious, better-for-you protein snacks, Master Foods Lab has been established as an industry-leading contract manufacturer in this niche.
A couple […]
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New High-Protein Snacks Coming from Michael Alfaro's Master Foods Lab in 2024
Functional foods are all the rage, and it seems as though every brand-owner and his mother is releasing their own bar or brownie. Nobody, though, is on the cutting edge of functional foods like Michael Alfaro and Master Foods Lab, a contract manufacturing house in the industry.
Back in February, we had Michael […]
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Michael Alfaro: The Master of Functional Foods at Master Foods Lab | Episode #125
In Episode #125 of the PricePlow Podcast, Ben and Mike welcome Michael Alfaro, the founder and CEO of Master Foods Lab, a specialty contract manufacturer in the supplement industry that focuses on functional foods and high-protein snacks.
The focus of the podcast is on functional foods, specifically baked goods, which we delve […]
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Core Nutritionals MOOSE TRACKS Protein Brownies Now Available!
If you've been following the active nutrition segment of the dietary supplement and functional food industries, we don't need to remind you that protein brownies are all the rage these days.
And similarly, those in the know are well aware of Core Nutritionals, who have graced us with two amazing collaborative efforts:
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Ghost, Glaxon, & Cellucor on Branded Ingredients: Kyowa Panel at SSW 2023 | Episode #118
At SupplySide West 2024, one of the biggest events was a panel discussion held at the Kyowa Hakko USA booth, featuring a star-studded cast of influential industry advocates:
Dan Lourenço - Founder and CEO of Ghost Joey Savage - Chief Scientific Officer of Glaxon Chris Lockwood - VP of Scientific Affairs at Nutrabolt David Sandler[…]Continue Reading →
