[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]“A key consumer insight is that parents will generally do their utmost to keep their children healthy, happy, and on the path to a successful life,” says Tom Druke, Marketing Director at Balchem Corporation. “While kids may be attracted to colorful packaging and recognizable cartoon characters, moms are balancing these...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]There are a lot of questions about what the future holds for kids in school because of COVID-19. Will some students continue at-home learning? Will cafeterias be open at full capacity? How will this impact snacktime purchases? There are many uncertainties, but one thing is clear: The trend toward nutrient-dense,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As immune health concerns skyrocket, we should all be taking a look at our gut microbiome—not just because it’s connected to immune health, but also because now is not the time to slack off on digestive health. In fact, now would be a great time to tune in to prebiotics,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Demand for good-for-you foods is surging as people focus on optimizing their wellbeing—the market for functional food ingredients is projected to reach $94.21 billion by 2023 (1). The list of trending functional ingredients is a long one, and with the COVID-19 pandemic, immune and digestive health are of major interest.
Presented by WholeFoods Magazine The results are in! We asked natural products retailers to show their love to the brands that have made the greatest impact on their business by voting in WholeFoods Natural Choice Awards. That’s what makes these annual awards so special—the honorees are selected by natural products...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Burn fat, reduce inflammation, ward off the effects of aging...with goals like that, it’s no wonder Keto plus Intermittent Fasting (IF) is so wildly popular. Of course, many who follow (or have attempted to follow) these programs admit that they aren’t always easy, so it’s also no wonder demand for...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When it comes to protein, there’s not much controversy. Unlike carbs and fats, there’s no trendy diet out there that has as a hallmark low protein. And within the protein category, plant protein is surging. According to a Markets and Markets report, the plant-based protein market is projected to grow...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Jay Jacobowitz and Maggie Jaqua. Our 42nd annual retailer survey yielded a large response—our largest yet. Respondents represent nearly 800 stores, including some of the largest and best independent natural organic retailers from every region of the country. Overall, stores that responded to this survey run more than...
Mark 2019 as the year natural organic sales momentum shifted from Amazon to Aldi. The German hard discounter has deftly adjusted its assortment to include more natural organic food options, many of which it sources for its vast private label selection from the same contract manufacturers that core natural brands...
Whether following a diet due to health restrictions or simply making changes to boost vitality, one thing is certain: More people are steering clear of foods that leave them feeling sick and tired. The global “free-from” food market is thriving—Mordor Intelligence reports that the market is projected to grow at...
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