We're currently experiencing a Gut Health revolution. Once a closed-door topic, having a healthy digestive system is now at the forefront of nutrition concerns of the American consumer. The near-universal recognition of the importance of gut health to a reduced risk of certain metabolic issues and diseases, and to increased overall health and well-being, is driving makers of better-for-you foods and beverages to focus not only on probiotics but on the prebiotic ingredients needed to feed and maintain them.

Food and beverage formulators need creative new ways to address consumer demands for increased protein consumption and functional, better-for-you healthy products. Collagen proteins and peptides not only provide protein content but also promote such better-for-you attributes as beauty & skin health, increased muscle tone, and bone/tendon and ligament health.

Comax Flavors conducted an August 2018 study examining consumption habits and preferences to better understand consumers' behavior, usage and attitudes towards Condiments, Salad Dressings, Dips and Dipping Sauces.