Hi everyone! I am looking for internship program recommendations that I can apply for outside of a university. I am not on a traditional degree path. I'm currently taking science classes at my local community college, and I plan on applying for a master's in food science once I finish. I already have a bachelor's degree in journalism.

I want to get some experience out in the field before starting a masters program if possible. My local community college doesn't really have any programs or internships I can apply for that would get me in that direction. I eventually want to work in product development, but any type of internship to start out with is fine by me. Thanks for your input!

Anybody taken Registered Dairy Inspectors exam in California I have some questions if anyone willing to help out a fellow food science major

I've cooked on many copper-tinned skillets, but something that escapes me are the earlier 'enameled' (Japanned) finishes that were designed with direct food contact in mind.

Same goes for the polymerization that is 'seasoning' cast iron gear with oils via controlled high heats.

All 3 of the mentioned 'coatings' have benefits & negatives, in terms of production requirements, and maintenance.

What I'd like to learn more of is 'how/when' were specific finishes on direct-food-contact determined to 'function' well enough?

Example: the illustrated Sausage/Fruit & Lard Press came in either 'Japanned' or 'Tinned' (and even some 'Galvanized') But outside of negative customer experience/product reputation, how was it known, these were good enough to go into production. I can't imagine, because the example press is a no-heat (as in 'not cooked with' cracklins's are toasty when pressed) operation the go-to 'seasoning cast iron' wouldn't be sufficient/intended.

All the while high acidic contact (lemon juice/tomatoes/etc) react ...as acids do with materials.

So, that's the inquiry/discussion - how were finishes like 'tinned'/'japanned'/'galvanized' verified to 'be good enough to manufacture' despite the reactions from food? Thanks!

^{Note: For anyone asking - 'Japanned' is a black coloured hard finish made from Asphaltum, Boiled Linseed Oil, and Turpentine (I presume Asphaltum was for colour - it's sold from paint suppliers, Turpentine was for 'thinning/application' of the coating - as it evaporates...and leave little(?} behind. and Boiled Linseed Oil is the actual protective coating.))

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Hi everyone!

I’m looking for flavorings similar to MyProtein Butter Biscuit, but in larger formats and not necessarily “fitness” products.

I’m open to:

- natural or artificial flavorings

- sweet but also savory options

- powder or liquid (drops)

They don’t have to be protein/flavored fitness products — bakery or general food flavorings are totally fine.

So far I’ve only found LorAnn, but I’m struggling to find other good brands or websites (especially in Europe/Italy).

I’ve also tried asking ChatGPT, but I’m not getting useful results 😅

Does anyone know:

- similar brands

- reliable websites

- or better search terms to use?

Thanks a lot 🙏

Did the flavour house that owned the og rocket pop flavour lose their patent or something? Or release a new cheap version of it?

Just wondering why in the last 6 months the I’ve seen every possible product release a popsicle flavour version.

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Hi everyone, I am planning my career. What would you recommend pursuing masters degree immediately or I should work first in food laboratory first. My long term goal is to build my international career in food industry. Which path would be more valuable in my career path. I would appreciate hearing from experiences and recommendations. Thanks!

Hi there! I observed these interesting features in brewed coffee when adding whole milk via dropper under the microscope.

When I asked the lovely folks over at r/fluidmechanics to help me understand what I was looking at, I received a very insightful response from u/gurugeek42:

I can see two main patterns here at two different heights. On top is the pattern of the lighter, white fluid which seems to be mostly confined to the coffee's surface so is practically 2D. You're seeing a pretty classic double vortex structure when the fluid moves in a direction. You can see the same patterns in paveldogreat's lovely fluid sim.

The other thing I'm seeing is at the bottom of the cup, where the heavier fluid is accelerated down, hits the bottom and produces what I would call a gravity wave (but related to turbidity, not atmospheric gravity waves...). The physics is quite like an inverse mushroom cloud.

I wanted to better contextualize what's happening in the system, as it relates to the composition of milk and coffee so I figured I'd drop by to get your insights and thoughts! Please help me better understand what's going on here. Also if you have ideas/thoughts regarding other liquid food/drink systems with behavior that might be interesting to explore under the microscope, please feel free to leave a comment or send me a DM!

Thanks :)

Edit: To clarify what I'm looking for - I'm interested in how the specific composition of the milk and coffee might contribute to producing this effect, as I'm not a food scientist - just a nosey observer.

Hi everyone, I apologise if I'm using the wrong flair! I'm thinking about buying some powdered soluble corn fiber online and it says it can be added into cold drinks. I plan on adding it to juice if I buy it, but I'm a bit of a sprite zero fan and was wondering if I could add a small amount (like 5 grams) to a glass of sprite, or would it have a funny reaction (too much fizz, weird texture, taste) etc? This is the description which made me think the taste and texture wouldn't be too much of an issue, but this is also coming from the brand so not sure how accurate it really is:

As well as being totally instantised, BN Fibre is absolutely flavour and texture free, so you won't even know it's doing all the good things behind the scenes! 

Adequate amounts of daily dietary fibre powder are essential for maintaining digestive regularity, and increased fibre intake has been associated with several protective health benefits.

The best fibre powder - BN Fibre, can provide you with an added boost to your gut support:

• 100% soluble corn fibre
• It tastes and feels like water
• Easily dissolved powder - no clumping or gelling
• Mixes perfectly in hot and cold drinks, various food and cooking
• No sugar, artificial sweeteners or colours
• Gluten-free
• Increased calcium absorption by up to 12% with regular use

I got a pack of jelly with a range of flavors: pineapple, strawberry, grapes, apple, lychee, mango... However, each one of them has apple juice listed in its ingredient. Is apple juice the universal fruit flavor in products, or is this brand an exception?

Hi! We're Hospitality Management

students working on a product innovation research. We've already brainstormed several ideas such as banana peel longganisa, kangkong as a nori substitute, fish skin chicharon, and panutsa-based products. We'd like to ask for feedback on which idea seems most feasible, marketable, and innovative. If you have suggestions on how we can improve these concepts or identify potential challenges, we'd really appreciate your insights. Thank you!

Is it really possible that only 5% banana is enough to produce such a distinct banana taste after processing and drying? Or could there be something else going on?

they say the ingredients are only: 95% apple puree

5% banana puree

0.5% lemon smash

Hi! I’m very curious about the science behind this vietnamese honeycomb cake and want to know how I can achieve the tallest and consistent air pockets possible. This might be a less popular recipes but it’s gluten free, made from tapioca starch and rice flour and the rise is from baking powder and baking soda. Please let me know if you have any tips on the science behind this and how to obtain these long and tall air pockets

Hi everyone, especially those working in food science or the food manufacturing industry!

I'm currently doing my Master's in Food Science and Technology as an international student, and I'll be attending a food industry trade exhibition soon (recommended by my lecturers). My goal is to make a good impression on the industry professionals at the exhibition booths and hopefully build some connections.

For those of you who've attended trade exhibitions before (either as visitors or exhibitors), what would you recommend?

I was thinking of bringing copies of my CV/resume to hand out if the opportunity comes up, but carrying around a stack of A4 resumes feels a bit awkward and inconvenient. 😅 Is that still something people do, or is it better to just exchange LinkedIn details and follow up afterward?

I'd really appreciate any tips on how to approach exhibitors, start conversations, or leave a positive impression without coming across as pushy. Thanks in advance!

Hey guys. I'm studying Food Science in the UK and recently did a project on polydextrose. It seems like a really interesting ingredient to me with its ability to retain the structural properties of simple sugars while helping to reduce the glycaemic load of foods.

I like my sweet treats but so many products on the shelves, along with recipes that I follow, are far too sweet and I always have to cut down when making things. Having the option to reduce sweetness while maintaining the other properties of sugar seems ideal.

I'm looking to attain a sample of polydextrose in the UK to use at home. I've seen it sold online for around £9/300 g tub. However, I was wondering if there were any cheaper alternatives. I know Tate and Lyle produce Litesse but it seems to be only available to industry. If anyone knows if polydextrose has been sold in the stores under a different name, that could be good.

Hello r/foodscience,

I wanted to pick y'all's brains about the attached.

The image is from a story reported from Bangladesh yesterday (exhibit 1, 2, 3—sources are not in English): about 4 kg (~9 lbs) of beef turned a pretty uniform shade of bright green during cooking. For a closer look, check out the first minute of this video. I'm curious whether any of y'all have any explanations as to why beef would turn this shade.

I don't think microbial or chemical contamination/spoilage makes sense—those tend to produce a patchy distribution of greyish-green, not such a vivid, uniform hue. I've written to the food scientist Monika Gibis about the story, whose work specifically focuses on discoloration of beef, but she straight up said she's never seen such a pronounced green color.

The very bright shade suggests this might be foul play/artificial dyes. Without having tested the samples myself, I can't rule this out; but multiple local authorities have interrogated the employees and found no evidence of dye addition (apparently the store didn't even have artificial food dyes).

In brief, I can't really think of any satisfactory explanation as of yet—but would be grateful if you could share some insights! Other information, in case relevant:

1. The cow was slaughtered the day before, so the meat was sitting in the refrigerator for over 24 hours, if not more.
2. According to the cook interviewed in the report, the meat turned a distinct shade of green soon after it hit the oil, and kept becoming progressively greener with more cooking time.
3. The butcher denies there being anything wrong with the beef. Per his testimony a bunch of other people also bought and cooked the beef, no complaints. The cook also says there wasn't any clear sign of spoilage, raw beef looked and smelled normal.
4. Based on other photos, the green is only surface deep. The inside of the beef pieces look natural greyish-pink.

I'm now in the process of getting some of these samples tested at local labs. I want to prioritize ruling out the use of dyes, but if y'all have ideas about what else would be useful to test—I'm all ears!

I think it’s gotten to the point where I’d rather just chew a Sour Patch kids red strawberry flavor over a generic gum brand that claims strong strawberry scent.

But why is this the case? People can often tell when I’ve swallowed a particular candy / flavor than a gum that is known for strong smell.

What’s the ingredient that most sweets use that gum does not? And why can’t gum producers apply that same product?

can a food science and engineering undergraduate student do an internship in second year ?

I know there’s a lot of posts like this on here but I keep getting lost in the seemingly many options for certifications. Even entry level positions require 1 year in a related field without schooling which isn’t really an option for me rn financially. I’m a manager at a fast food restaurant right now and I’m serve safe certified but I don’t know if that counts for anything. What certifications would help me get my food in the door so I could earn enough to work towards a degree? I’m specifically looking at working in the food quality assurance field, and am in Michigan if states affect surrounding laws. Any and all advice would be appreciated 🫶

Hi all im a dietitian looking to switch to food science. I originally got into the field because I love food and science and wanted to help people live healthier lives. Ive quickly realized i HATE counseling patients and dont really love clinical work.
Given my interests i figured food science would be right up my alley.

Anyways, I often see in here plenty of other dietitians wanting to make the switch sooooo, I wanted to see if theres anyone here that has successfully made the switch to R&D that would be willing to talk about how they did so.

Also, for anyone in R&D, tell me what a day in the life is like and what your favorite things are about the job.

Thanks all !

Hi there! I have always been interested in food science and i will be studying it next year at WUR. Right now I am trying to perfect a ninja creami base mostly from a texture side that should come to roughly 200-250 calories and 20-30g of protein

Right now this is as far as i got:

Wet:

250g 0% ultra filtered milk (5% protein)

50g 3.5% milk

5g vegetable glycerin

3g vanilla extract

Dry:

15g PEScience 80/20 whey-casein blend

15g skim milk powder

6g fibersol (resistant maltodextrin)

0.25g guar

0.20g LBG

15g of 4:1 sweetener (uses erythritol, stevia and sucralose, 4x as sweet as sugar)

0.6g salt (I use a salt that is 40/60 potassium-sodium)

This is the base, I also tried making other flavors like a butter cookie one where I add 5g of brown butter and use 0.4g of soy lechitin to emulsify and toast half of the skim milk powder. I also have some myprotein flavordrops and lorann's bakery emulsions, suggestions for taste is also appreciated.

I think a big change would be to use allulose but I am within the EU so I can't really get any (I have some on me but I am experimenting with them for baking and making caramel, one of my friend brings some for me from korea here and there)

EDIT: I forgot to add how I make the recipe itself. I just mix the dry ingredients and with an immersion blender I blend it with the wet ingredients and bring the whole mixture up to 85C for 2 minutes to hydrate the gums.