It’s that time of year again! We’ve rounded up our most popular blog posts from 2022 to share the year’s most exciting innovations and insights—from nutrition bar and healthy snacking trends to emerging sports nutrition science and the history of cheddar cheese!

The 2023 European functional beverage market is focusing on consumers’ top needs such as energy and immunity support. However, consumer interest in other functional benefits, as well as natural ingredients, is on the rise.

The Asia Pacific functional beverage market is the largest in the world, with more growth ahead as consumers seek out functional drinks for immunity, energy, and more during the pandemic. Here’s a look at the fastest-growing functional drinks for 2023—plus key opportunities for brands.

Health of the planet and multiple means to personal health were the driving currents running through Fi Europe (FiE) in Paris December 6-8.

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated consumers’ interest in healthy eating—including eating less meat. Here’s a look at the data on how European consumers are eating today and what’s ahead in meat alternatives.

Here’s a look at what consumers are snacking on today, the growing interest in protein-fortified and sugar-reduced snacks, and other key snacking trends. 

In part one of our three-part series on “mood food,” learn why more consumers are reaching for products with mood benefits and discover the top mood-boosting ingredients.

Here's a look at functional beverage trends, what consumers say is important in a healthy beverage, and how flavor influences the perception of a product’s healthfulness.