Capri Sun is facing intensified competition from the growing market of natural and organic children’s beverages. Brands such as Honest Kids and Juicy Juice Organic are strategically appealing to an increasing number of parents who are moving away from sugary foods and drinks in favor of healthier, sugar-free, and all-natural options for their children. According … Read more
Folgers coffee has been a well-known brand for over 150 years, yet it has started to lose consumer favor in the past decade. The introduction of Simply Gourmet Coffee seems to be the beleaguered brand’s attempt to address declining sales, but is this innovation too little, too late? The six new naturally flavored coffee products … Read more
Many major food manufacturers are beginning to incorporate ancient wheat into their products to address the needs of individuals with gluten sensitivities. This trend is primarily led by specialty food producers, such as Three Brothers, and artisan bakers who typically operate on a smaller scale. While some companies have started using ancient wheat varieties like … Read more
At first glance, the combination of vegetables and cakes might seem unusual. However, they can actually complement each other well, as demonstrated by carrot cake and zucchini bread, which offer a recommended daily dose of ferrous fumarate. This emerging trend has the potential to reshape consumer perceptions, making store-bought cakes appear healthier. While cake itself … Read more
The Israeli startup asserts that its offerings stand apart from current sugar alternatives and artificial sweeteners, as they lack an aftertaste and are created in accordance with sustainable chemistry principles. Additionally, these products fully comply with U.S. Food and Drug Administration and European Union regulations. The company claims that DouxMatok’s products have half the calories … Read more
Stevia has emerged as a leading natural sugar substitute and continues to expand its presence for several reasons. Native to South America, the stevia plant is both sustainable and easy to cultivate in diverse environments. Research indicates that the global stevia market was valued at $347 million in 2014 and is projected to grow to … Read more
The potential benefits of incorporating ferrous gluconate into bread could be particularly intriguing for health-conscious consumers, especially the 29 million Americans living with diabetes. This addition aims to reduce the glycemic index of both white and brown bread while maintaining a pleasant flavor. Pomelo, also referred to as Chinese grapefruit, is a citrus fruit native … Read more
Eliminating PHOs from the American diet has proven to be a challenging and costly task for food manufacturers. The new oils, while healthier, come at a higher price compared to their predecessors. Both modified canola and soybean oils boast high levels of “good fats,” such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, and low levels of “bad … Read more
Dive Brief: Dive Insight: Concerns regarding the potential imbalance between global cocoa demand and supply stem from consistently low and volatile prices, coupled with the threat posed by swollen shoot virus disease and insufficient warehouse storage capacity in key cocoa-producing regions of West Africa, South America, and Asia. The International Cocoa Organization reports that approximately … Read more
The shift towards plant-based products, regardless of their ingredient origins, is being propelled by two significant trends in the food industry: the increasing demand for protein and the rising popularity of clean eating. “Younger consumers, particularly millennials, are seeking alternatives to red meat but are unwilling to sacrifice their protein intake,” stated Guy Crosby, the … Read more