For the past few years, we’ve noted in these pages that digestive health, and the probiotic bacteria and prebiotic fibers and starches that support it, would continue to be the hottest trends in “better for you” food and beverage development.
Functional beverage line to help support a holistic and inclusive health and wellness routine
December 4, 2020
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., the agricultural cooperative owned by more than 700 farmer families, announced the launch of the B1U™ brand, a new beverage line featuring on-trend functional benefits, simple ingredients, easy-to-understand nutrition, and recyclable packaging.
The organic, immune-system-supporting powder offers 50 organic superfoods
December 2, 2020
Orgain launched Orgain Superfoods + Immunity Up! ™ nutrition powder in Honey Crisp Apple flavor at Costco clubs. The organic, immune-system-supporting powder offers 50 organic superfoods, including a hand-selected immunity blend featuring ingredients like apple cider vinegar, ashwagandha and reishi mushrooms, amla fruit, organic kale, chia, and blueberries, that work to support vitality and immunity.
Demand for better-for-you food products is increasing and shows no signs of subsiding
December 1, 2020
To keep up with the rising demand of chicory inulin market led by growing consumer preference toward healthier food ingredients, Sensus committed significant capital for expansion of its production capacity starting in 2021. The planned investments will be matched by Sensus contracting increased acreage for chicory roots with its farmer base.
SternVitamin offers new micronutrient premixes to upgrade plant-based drinks
November 30, 2020
Consumer enthusiasm for plant-based foods continues to grow unabated. This is also affecting the beverage market. Market research company Persistence Market Research (PMR) predicts annual growth rates exceeding 6% for plant-based drinks through 2028.
Gnosis by Lesaffre fully merges human health capabilities, unveils new business strategy
November 25, 2020
France’s Lesaffre Group entered the human health market in 2007 with the establishment of Lesaffre Human Care, which quickly became a world expert in fermentation dedicated to the human nutrition and health market. During the following decade, the Lesaffre Group integrated several leaders in human health, including Gnosis Advanced Biotech, Omniabios, and invested in Envera and Intralytix.
This month's collection includes functional yogurt and ready to drink CBD water
November 20, 2020
Mojis Inc., Boulder, Colo., has extended its popular Weller CBD brand into a broader, better-for-you platform of bubbly drinks. Its first new offering are Weller Sparkling Immunity drinks in three varieties: Elderberry + Peach, Elderberry + Lemon-Lime, and Elderberry + Strawberry.
New product boosts the immune system with vital minerals, vitamins and probiotics
November 18, 2020
Continuing to expand its popular Nature’s Garden line of products, Cibo Vita introduced Fruit Balls: Immune Booster, an innovative way to boost the immune system with vital minerals, vitamins and probiotics. The plant-based Fruit Balls are also filling, healthy and deliver flavor.
Orange juice brand unveils functional beverage featuring elderberry, Vitamin C, Vitamin D and zinc for immune support
November 4, 2020
Uncle Matt's Organic® launched Ultimate Immune Orange Juice Beverage, an immune support powerhouse made with organic orange juice, elderberry, 300% of your daily dose of Vitamin C, 50% Vitamin D and 25% Zinc for immune and wellness support.
ADM identifies five global trends impacting new foods and beverages
October 29, 2020
ADM, a global leader in nutrition and partner to the world’s leading consumer brands, today released its view on the five food and beverage trends that will impact the way consumers eat and drink in the new year.