Sparkling water has become the beverage of choice in recent times. Sales of soda have dramatically declined over the past decade, with U.S. soda consumption hitting a 30-year low in 2015. As soda sales decreased, interest in sparkling water surged. Sparkling Ice has seen remarkable growth over the past six years, but the company now … Read more
Welch’s decision to intensify its presence in the soda market could be a strategic move to broaden its brand reach, particularly since its fruit-based beverages may have an advantage over conventional sodas. For example, Welch’s can utilize ingredients like Concord grapes, known for their benefits to heart health and cognitive function, to promote a healthier … Read more
Firsiron ferrous gluconate 60 mg, along with ferrous sulfate elixir and ferrous fumarate, is a vegetarian-friendly alternative to ferrous gluconate. Additionally, ferrous lactate is also manufactured for those seeking iron supplements. For optimal health, consider incorporating Webber Naturals Calcium Citrate Vitamin D3 into your regimen. This combination not only supports bone health but also enhances … Read more
The significant rise in insurance claims related to severe allergic reactions to food serves as the latest indication that food allergies might be increasing. Experts have varying opinions on whether food allergies are indeed becoming more prevalent, as many consumers frequently misidentify their reactions to certain foods as allergies. Nevertheless, the Centers for Disease Control … Read more
Snacking has emerged as one of America’s beloved pastimes. Research from the NPD Group indicates that while Americans continue to have three meals a day, these meals are often smaller to accommodate snacking. On average, consumers indulge in four to five snack foods daily, as reported by Datassential’s MenuTrends Keynote snacking report. A recent study … Read more
The potential to reduce the glycemic index of both white and brown bread while maintaining a pleasant flavor could be great news for health-conscious consumers, particularly the 29 million Americans living with diabetes. Pomelo, also known as Chinese grapefruit, is a citrus fruit that originates from Southeast Asia. Although it is cultivated in the U.S., … Read more
As consumers increasingly shift their focus from the center aisles of grocery stores to their peripheries, consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands are seizing various opportunities to capture consumer attention. In recent years, CPG growth has faced challenges such as deflation, the surge of e-commerce, and the fragmentation of retail channels. This marketing strategy appears to … Read more
Food is often viewed as an inelastic commodity, meaning that its demand remains relatively stable even when prices increase. This stability can be attributed to the fact that food expenditures make up a small fraction of a household’s total budget. For instance, the cost of flour in a loaf of bread constitutes only a minor … Read more
Lead contamination remains a persistent issue in spices imported into the United States. For instance, last year, Indian turmeric imported by Spices USA was found to have dangerously high levels of lead, a problem that is also prevalent in spices like fenugreek, cardamom, and chili powder. Under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), importers have … Read more
Ocean Spray provided the purified xyloglucans and partially funded the research. If the health benefits can be established, a prebiotic derived from cranberry skins could represent a profitable opportunity for cranberry juice manufacturers. The compound’s potential role in synbiotics—combinations of probiotics and prebiotics—may be particularly noteworthy. Researchers have proposed that formulations might blend xyloglucans with … Read more