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Naked launched its latest smoothie innovation, Indulgent Protein, now available in two flavors, Chocolate Protein and Vanilla Protein. 

Foods and food ingredients can affect our moods in myriad ways, both in the short-term soon after consumption and in the long term as part of our overall holistic physiology. What we ingest can have a positive impact on certain conditions, such as depression or anxiety, or, when simply quite pleasurable – think: chocolate or ice cream – give a quick burst of dopamine.

Lean Cuisine is bringing cauliflower pasta to the freezer aisle with mac and cheese, vodka pasta and more. The company is also introducing oven fried chicken bowls.

PepsiCo launched its latest innovation, soulboost, a sparkling water beverage with a splash of real juice and functional ingredients. soulboost captures the fun of a fruity drink through a light, guilt-free sparkling water refreshment. Its two varieties, Lift and Ease, offer four flavors and just 10 to 20 calories per 12oz can.

Nearly every Old World cuisine holds the keys to building flavor, not only through indigenous ingredients but also through its cooking techniques. While batch production often necessitates shortcuts, it is possible to lose sight of the fundamentals that make culinary creation worthwhile. Fortunately, there is something of a revival happening in which even larger prepared food makers are reintroducing those basics of culinary art.

SuckerPunch Gourmet expanded its portfolio with two new Kosher Supervision of America (KSA) Certified pickle varieties - Kosher Dill Chips and Kosher Dill Wholes. These two new products join SuckerPunch Gourmet’s lineup of Bloody Mary mixes, pickle juice and knockout pickles carefully crafted with its signature 11-spice blend.

In response to the pandemic, the Specialty Food Association (SFA) focused on creatively and consistently providing opportunities for its members. This includes the 49th Annual sofi™ Awards, a celebration of culinary excellence and creativity. 

The recent explosion in consumer interest in health has led to a substantial jump in demand and sales of better-for-you foods and beverages. And, as consumers seek products with ingredients that can deliver added benefits for immune system health, they are expressing their preferences for natural solutions. Plant-based protections and remedies are an undeniable part of this trend.

Juicy Juice released two new juice beverages to have on-hand for summer activities, trips and everything in between.

The rapidly expanding array of sweetener options merits a look at the best uses, applications, and formats whether considering them solely for flavor and performance or with an eye on reduction of nutritive sugars. Among the nutritive sweetener, trending sources include syrups from maple, sorghum, corn, and malted grains.