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Organic Probiotic Waters

Uncle Matt’s introduces cold pressed, fruit infused probiotic waters
May 10, 2016
This functional water beverage line combines proven, patented probiotics with cold-pressed, fresh-squeezed organic citrus juice, as well as real organic citrus peel, which contains antioxidant flavonoids.
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Gluten-Free Pita

BFree Foods adds pita breads to gluten-free lineup
May 9, 2016
Like the rest of BFree’s products, the new pita offering is free from gluten, wheat, dairy, eggs, nuts and soy, making it safe for people with food allergies and other dietary restrictions.
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Consumer interest in trying grain-based salads

Salad Menu Trends

Younger consumers drive demand for more filling, entrée-worthy salads
Darren Tristano
May 9, 2016

Salad consumption is trending up slightly, aligning with consumers’ increasing desire to eat well.


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Super Growth for Superfoods

New product development increases 202% globally over the past five years
May 9, 2016
Superfoods are frequently marketed as the answer to consumers’ health woes and now new research from Mintel highlights the popularity of these nutrient packed foods. Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) reveals that between 2011 and 2015 there was a phenomenal 202% increase globally in the number of new food and drink products launched containing the terms “superfood,” “superfruit” or “supergrain.”
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Trolli Sour Brite Weird Beards Candy

Inspired by the iconic beard of basketball star James Harden, the new sour gummi is available at participating 7-Eleven stores
May 6, 2016
Eye-catching Weirdly Awesome displays will debut inside 7-Eleven stores with larger-than-life images of Harden's face and iconic beard.
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La Brea Bakery Reserve

New line of artisan breads is available in three varieties
May 5, 2016
La Brea Bakery announced La Brea Bakery Reserve: a line of artisan breads made from single origin heirloom grains.
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Cereal Sales Continue to Decline

Innovation is key for food companies as yogurt and a variety of snack bars have steadily eroded the base of traditional breakfast cereals
May 4, 2016
Ready-to-eat (RTE) breakfast cereals are seeing a continued and accelerating decline in sales, indicating a secular downtrend rather than a mere blip, as consumer eating habits continue to evolve, according to Lux Research.
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Kellogg Launches Breakfast, Snack Items

New foods from Kellogg's® Raisin Bran®, Pop-Tarts®, Special K®, Cheez-It® arrive in stores this spring
May 4, 2016
Shoppers in the U.S. will soon be able to fill their grocery carts with a wide range of delicious new products from Kellogg Company brands, ranging from tasty breakfast selections to satisfying new snacks.
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Sabra Launches Veggie Fusions

New guacamole is loaded with crisp, chunky vegetables and 30% less fat
May 3, 2016
Sabra Guacamole Veggie Fusions launched with Mango Lime, Garden Vegetable, and South Western.
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