The best options for diabetics, baking and moreFrom freshly baked cupcakes to Grandma’s warm apple pie, some of our most favorite comfort foods fall into the “high in sugar” category. Could there be a better way? Diabetic-Friendly Options While many shoppers want to lower their sugar intake, a core group...
Insight on one of the food industry's hottest topics.On July 23rd, the House of Representatives voted to pass the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015 (H.R. 1599), advancing it along to the Senate with lightning speed. The bill is now in the hands of the Committee on Agriculture,...
How sensitive diet foods have gone from niche to juggernaut; and what's next for the category.When we see the words gluten-free, allergen-free or dairy-free on the shelf, in many cases, our mind goes to the preventative—the idea that these foods are here to accommodate for health needs. On paper, this...
How trust and customer service turned Debra’s into a Concord staple. It’s no secret that a consequence of the natural products industry’s expansion is an increase in mergers and acquisitions, which may help sate the newfound demand for natural goods. Sometimes, the building of megabrands and megastores can also come...
The lowdown on trending culinary oils.Americans have a love–hate relationship with cooking oils. The right culinary oil can transform a so-so recipe into something that tastes amazing. But, a nagging voice in the back of our heads may still warn, “Stop, stop! Oil is bad.” Should we listen? The Fat...
Five practical tips you can implement today.The customer is always right, but perhaps the customer should always be your inspiration, too. All stores, regardless of what products or services they offer, can take the opportunity to learn from their customers and grow their business in ways that meet their needs.
The evolution of the functional foods category. It’s no secret that functional foods comprise a steadily rising category, with more and more consumers seeking to improve their overall health through their food. However, as the category both expands and improves, new factors and new demographics are changing how functional foods...
Sink your teeth into the latest trends heating up the savory healthy indulgences category.Pizza, popcorn and jerky. Nope, it’s not a suggestion for tonight’s dinner, though it would make for an interesting combo! Together, they represent some of the hottest savory items in the healthy indulgences market. When considered as...
This year makes it a (gluten-free) baker’s dozen as we honor our winners in the 13th annual Natural Choice Awards. Natural products in 18 categories were voted on by our readers, and we’ve come away with a truly impressive group of winners and runners up, including several multiple-time Natural Choice...
Why ancient grains are sprouting extra sales at retail.Ancient grains have achieved strong recognition from mainstream and natural shoppers alike. Here’s what you need to know about some of the hottest grains on the market. Grains on the Brain If shoppers think the term “ancient grains” is just marketing lingo,...
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