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...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are your customers feeling frazzled? If so, have you pointed them to the fermented products section? Research shows that fermented foods may play an even larger role in health than previously thought, benefiting everything from oral health to cognitive function (2). And the word is out among consumers. The global...
New York, NY—Sustainability, plant-based, and regenerative agriculture are just a few of the topics we expect to hear even more about in the upcoming year—but what else is on tap for 2020? WholeFoods Magazine spoke with Phil Kafarakis, President of Specialty Food Association (SFA), to get the gourmet take on...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The ancient grains market is taking wholesome to a whole new level. Consumers are looking for a transparent list of functional ingredients that offer convenience and nutrition, and ancient grains help deliver on that. “Unlike modern grains, ancient grains have survived intact for centuries and have more vitamins, minerals, fiber...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]From salty-crunchy bites to smooth-n-creamy spoonfuls, Americans love to snack. More than 90% of consumers say they reach for a little nibble multiple times a day, and the sector has reached nearly $100 billion dollars (1). Increasingly, shoppers won’t settle for snacks packed with sugar and artificial chemicals that make...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s called a “powerhouse organ” and “master multitasker”—and for good reason: More than 500 vital functions have been identified with the liver, including production of bile, which helps carry away waste and break down fats in the small intestine during digestion; resisting infections by making immune factors and removing bacteria...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Have your cake and be healthy, too? As consumers become increasingly aware that consuming excess added sugars can lead to weight gain and a whole host of ills, they’re seeking out lower-sugar, natural products that help them enjoy the occasional treat with guilt or worry. “Sugar reduction is now affecting...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Bring out the flannels and haunted hayrides— it’s fall, folks! And as the temps settle to a comfortable cool, people will be warming up with those long-anticipated pumpkin spice lattes, cinnamon teas and apple ciders. Instead of settling for the occasional coffee-shop splurge, this autumn customers are reaching for hot...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When it comes to feminine hygiene, women are no longer settling for the same-old. Citing environmental and health concerns, more women are favoring nondisposable, reusable options. A 2019 study revealed that nearly 40% of women in the market for feminine hygiene items have already ditched traditional tampons and pads—or are...
Stepping into Natural Products Expo East as a newbie to the industry was thrilling. With just 9 months in the industry as a writer for WholeFoods Magazine, I’ve learned so much about trends, goals, and the future of the natural and organic products. Attending Expo met my expectations. It’s more...
