Because It's Important to You....
Because It's Important To You.......
Why Do We Use Unbromated Flour
Potassium Bromate is an additive included in flour production that improves the flour. It strengthens the dough and makes the dough rise faster. This is helpful for larger bakeries. However, Potassium bromate is an additive that is classified as a category 2B carcinogen which may be cancer causing and overall unhealthy. It has been banned in most countries other than the United States.
Although in the United States it is used because the potassium bromate is completely used up in the baking process, which is believed to remove the cancer threat, Brian's Foods has modified our recipes to include only UNBROMATED flour to make sure our customers are not concerned by the potential threat of potassium bromate. We want to try and help our customers stay healthy while enjoying our products.
[see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Potassium_bromate
for additional information.]
Why Do We Use Enriched Flour
All Brian's Foods products are now made with enriched flour. Enriched flour is made with extra nutrients that are not generally found in flour. These nutrients are normally taken out of the flour during the process of milling the grain.
[see https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enriched_flour
for additional information.]
Why we use NON-GMO
We chose to make all of our products non- GMO. GMO, (or "genetically modified organisms"), are anything living that has been genetically altered in a laboratory. For your safety, we make sure not to use any GMO products in our recipes.
[see https://www.nongmoproject.org/
for additional information.]
OU (Orthodox Union) Kosher
Why Go Kosher
Most Americans eat some kosher food every day, but chances are they’re not aware of it. Take a walk down the aisle of any supermarket and you will see that the OU kosher symbol appears on close to 70% of America’s kosher certified foods, from the coveted Oreo to the delicious and refreshing Coca-Cola. Over $150 billion of kosher certified products are consumed annually, and spending continues to rise dramatically.
Why Choose OU Kosher Certification?
1. The OU (Orthodox Union) Kosher is the world’s largest and most widely recognized international kosher certification agency, certifying over 800,000 products produced in more than 9,011 plants located in 104 countries around the world.
2. The OU symbol is one of the world’s best-known trademarks.
3. High quality food standard assurance.
4. Highest standards of kosher certification.
5. OU Kosher symbols identify dietary restrictions.
6. OU Kosher offers competitive Kosher Certification costs.
7. Step by step guidance during the Certification process.
[see https://oukosher.org/
for additional information.]
Central Rabinical Congress [Hisachdus / התאחדות]
While OU is the standard for Kosher on a very high level, those that choose to add an additional level of Kosher adherence look to certifications referred to as 'Heimeshe Hechsherim'. CRC - The Central Rabinical Congress (not to be confused with CRC Chicago, another respectable Kosher organization) is to Heimeshe Hechsherim what OU is to standard Kosher. It is the most widely sought after.
KCOR - Council of Orthodox Rabbis of Greater Detroit
OU and CRC are the standard in the Kosher world, but KCOR is our local Kosher certifying organization. We like to support our local businesses when possible. KCOR keeps an eye on our day to day activities on behalf of and in conjunction with the others but has a strong national and worldwide reputation of their own.
Cholov Yisroel and Pas Yisroel
Cholov Yisrael
(Hebrew: חלב ישראל), is a term which refers to all dairy products, including cheese and non-fat dry milk powder, which derive from milk that has been milked under the supervision of a religiously observant Jew. According to Jewish law, milk is only considered kosher if it derives from a kosher species of animal (such as cows and sheep), while milk from a non-kosher species (such as horses and camels) is non-kosher. This certification is stating that the milk processing was overseen by a religiously observant Jew who is well versed in the Jewish laws. This individual assures the process was done properly and the milk was not intermingled with non-kosher milk and was not tampered with.
What about the dough?
Pas Yisrael (Hebrew: פת ישראל), In Jewish law, Pas Yisroel or Pat Yisrael (Hebrew: פת ישראל lit:"Bread of an Israelite") products are grain-products that were cooked or baked with the participation of an observant Jew. While any bread with kosher ingredients is considered kosher on a basic level, it is considered praiseworthy to fulfill the stricter standard of only eating pas yisroel.
*** NOTE THAT ALL BRIAN 'S FOODS PRODUCTS ARE CHOLOV YISROEL AND PAS YISROEL
Vegetarian
Brian's foods is certified by the American Vegetarian Association. All products contain no meat, eggs, or fish.
*Being Vegetarian generally satisfies the requirements of Halal because they have similar restrictions. For example, vegetarianism does not allow for any forms of meat. Additionally, Brian's Foods products are Kosher which will close any other gaps.
Getting REAL With Brian's Foods
REAL® milk, cheese and yogurt offer a unique package of nine essential nutrients that both children and adults need to stay healthy:
- Protein, to build and repair muscle tissue
- Calcium, for strong bones and teeth
- Vitamin A, for healthy skin and eyes
- Vitamin D, to facilitate immune health and bone strength
- Vitamin B12, for blood function and nervous system health
- Phosphorus, for tissue growth and strong bones and teeth
- Riboflavin (B2), to break down nutrients for energy
- Niacin (B3), for a healthy metabolism
- Pantothenic Acid (B5), to break down nutrients for energy
