Functional foods and beverages—those that provide benefits beyond basic nutrition—are big business these days as consumers increasingly expect their food to “do more” for them. According to Euromonitor International, the category includes “products to which health ingredients or/and nutrients have been added and the health benefit needs to form part of positioning/marketing”1 —and it is growing rapidly. Find out how you can utilize a custom nutrient premix supplier to streamline your functional food or beverage process.
Chia – The Super Seed
Featured ContentChia seeds are becoming a huge part of the health food scene. Food products such as peanut butter, granola bars, smoothies, and yogurts are products marketed with added chia seeds to gain consumer attention. Find out the ancient origins and benefits of this super seed and which products they may end up in next.
Chia: From Pet-Shaped Plant Gift to Protein-Packed Superfood
Featured ContentChia has come a long way since the Chia Pet days. This must-have superfood is popping up in chia protein bars, chocolate, coffee, and more! See what’s driving the growth of chia, how chia is expanding into new categories, and what you need to know about chia seed safety.
Coverage – A Little Glitter Goes a Long Way!
Featured ContentWe get a lot of questions about EdiSparklz™ and how it is used on product. The main thing that makes EdiSparklz™ so different is that it is a very thin flake compared to a sprinkle like a jimmy, which is an extruded shape. Find out how glitter can be cost-effective alternative that doesn’t sacrifice visual appeal.
The snack food market continues to grow as food and beverage manufacturers work to bring products to market that snacking consumers really want. Good flavor tops the list of desired characteristics for snack food aficionados
March is National Nutrition Month and the perfect time to review the Dietary Guidelines and the ways manufacturers can help consumers meet these dietary goals. For some nutrients, underconsumption is the problem—for others, it’s overconsumption. Here’s a look at strategies manufacturers can use to get consumers’ nutritional health back on track.
March is Nutrition Month
GuideNational Nutrition Month is more relevant than ever as Americans seek sound nutrition information that can help them manage their weight and health conditions. Explore the history of National Nutrition Month, the key recommendations for healthy eating patterns, and the five nutrients of public health concern.
To find the answers to who, what, and why surrounding global supplement consumers and their purchasing behavior, Glanbia had to dig deep. Glanbia Nutritionals’ 2019 Global Dietary Supplement Survey asked these questions and more to supplement consumers around the globe to better understand their supplement needs and interests.
KetoSure® MCT
Featured ContentSuperior source of coconut based MCT-C8 optimized with whey protein to support a ketogenic diet.