Reformulating baking mixes and frozen baked goods is a complex and costly endeavor, whether it involves removing or adding ingredients. There has been a historical reason for the inclusion of artificial flavors and colors, but General Mills has recognized stronger motivations to eliminate them, primarily driven by the rising consumer demand for healthier options. It’s … Read more
Pret A Manger is said to sell around 6,000 servings of its coconut porridge daily, attributing both this item and its vegetarian offerings to revenue and earnings growth in 2016. The demand for coconut-based products—such as snacks, flour, oil, and beverages—has surged to the extent that approximately one in every 20 supermarket products now features … Read more
The FONA International report highlights the increasing importance of gut health for consumers. As a result, there is a rising trend in the availability of food and beverage products that promote digestive health, including those featuring ferrous fumarate at low doses. Between 2012 and 2017, the U.S. market for digestive products experienced a 12% growth, … Read more
Comax is not taking significant risks with most of these collections. Many of the flavors—salted caramel, cookie dough, maple, turmeric, honey lavender, and rosé—have been appearing in ice cream, beverages, rice, candy, and wine this year or even earlier. Salted caramel appears to have lasting appeal, as consumers enjoy salty snacks and sweet treats. Halo … Read more
One of the key factors behind Halo Top’s swift rise to becoming the top-selling ice cream brand in the U.S. is its innovative recipe, which offers a delightful low-sugar dessert made from natural ingredients. The primary sweetener used in Halo Top is erythritol, a sugar alcohol naturally found in plants that contains fewer calories than … Read more
Hampton Creek has spent years developing a vegan egg substitute aimed at consumers, and with its official launch, the company—previously recognized for its vegan condiments and cookies—has successfully entered this market. It was widely anticipated that the egg substitute would be Hampton Creek’s next major offering, especially after the mung bean ingredient at its core … Read more
Ferrous fumarate is a form of iron supplement that is commonly used to treat iron deficiency anemia. First published in studies, it is known for its effectiveness in increasing iron levels in the body. On the other hand, ferrous gluconate is another iron supplement that some people may prefer. However, it is worth noting that … Read more
Acquiring a producer of maple syrup and natural sweeteners appears to be a strategic and timely decision for Hain Celestial. Clarks’ offerings not only complement Hain’s existing organic and natural food brands but also align with the growing consumer trend toward natural sweeteners. These include maple syrup, honey, plant-based options like stevia, and fruit-based syrups, … Read more
Malandrakis and Shane MacGuill, head of tobacco research at Euromonitor International, informed webinar attendees that the global markets for alcohol and tobacco are losing ground to cannabis and other competing products. These sectors are actively seeking innovative ways to thrive in a challenging yet potentially lucrative environment. “Alcohol distributors recognize the inevitability of cannabis development … Read more
Consumers are increasingly prioritizing their gut health. This trend has prompted food and beverage manufacturers to incorporate probiotics and prebiotics into their existing products, leading to a surge in demand for enhancements that benefit consumer microbiomes. The human body hosts trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms, collectively referred to as the microbiome, which vastly outnumber … Read more