Specialized sports nutrition products are increasingly finding their way into the hands of mainstream consumers; conversely, manufacturers are incorporating specific ingredients beneficial for sports performance into mainstream products.
With the number of aged consumers growing worldwide, products containing ingredients promising eye-health benefits will be sought after. Eye health is an area which receives less manufacturer attention, which results in fewer new product introductions, compared to other areas, such as digestive health.
Diet trends come and go, while obesity rates worldwide continue to escalate. Magic bullets for weight loss and maintenance are being put aside, in favor of products offering more traditional health benefits.
The natural trend movement has had far-reaching consequences for food manufacturers and consumers alike, with greater emphasis from a health claims perspective being placed on front-of-pack--such as “natural,” “no additives/preservatives” and “minimally processed” claims.
Many products and ingredients contribute to a functional food or beverage’s success, yet not all of these fall into the “functional” or “nutritional” ingredient categories. These can include flavors, texturizers and colors--all of which can have a decisive influence on consumers’ assessment of a food or beverage.
Experts have indicated that mulberry, which is the latest fruit to be hailed a Superfood, is packed with anti-aging properties that could give skin back its youthful bloom and even reduce the onset of wrinkles and grey hair.
Three kiwis a day could keep high blood pressure at bay, according to a new study. Research presented at the scientific meeting of the American Heart Association shows eating three kiwis a day is linked with decreased blood pressure.
Researchers have found that women who regularly drink sugary beverages may be increasing their cardiovascular risk, A longitudinal study showed that those who reported drinking at least two sugar-sweetened beverages every day were more likely to gain weight, increase waist size and develop impaired glucose tolerance, according to Christina Shay, Ph.D., of the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City.
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