Salt of the Earth Ltd. announces a successful trial of its sodium reduction ingredient, Umami Essence, in canned tuna. The novel ingredient to enable sodium reduction is a propriety, all-natural, MSG-free, liquid formula derived from vegetables and pure sea salt.
Following an inquiry from a leading tuna producer, researchers at Salt of the Earth conducted a taste trial,” says Aliza Raviski, R&D manager for the company. “Results showed that our Umami Essence ingredient can successfully reduce sodium in canned tuna, maintaining—and, in some cases, improving—the original taste. It can help food manufacturers provide a tasty, healthy solution while enabling a clean label for their products.”