With the COVID-19 situation impacting the eSports market in unpredictable ways, many companies are wondering what’s in store for eSports in 2021—including food and beverage companies. Here’s a look at 2021 eSports trends and how they’re influencing food and beverage choices for consumers and manufacturers.
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Seemingly overnight, immunity moved to the top of the list of consumers’ health concerns in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. Surging interest in products that may provide immunity support continues to reshape health and wellness industries. Here we explore opportunities in functional food and see if consumers’ prioritization of immune system health may become part of the new normal.
Most Popular Flavors for 2021
InsightAs we move into the new year, innovation is gearing up in food and beverage. The right flavors will be key to the success of this year's new products. Here's a look at the flavor trends forecast for 2021.
Fizzy coconut water kefir, hot chile pepper donuts, and black charcoal ice cream are some of the bold approaches to engaging more of the consumers’ senses. Explore why multi-sensory foods and beverages are attracting more consumers and why this trend is expected to grow in the new year.
Things are looking up for the food industry in 2021. The end is in sight for unpredictable food purchasing behaviors, and new food trends are emerging. Here’s a look at some of the food business trends on the minds of food execs for 2021.
Today’s consumers expect more from their nutrition bars, and brands that can deliver will see high growth ahead.
Pre-workout beverages are gaining a strong following as more consumers become aware of the science-based benefits of pre-workout formulas. In turn, manufacturers are addressing consumer trends to appeal to more consumers. Here’s a look at what’s new in pre-workout beverages and some key growth opportunities for manufacturers.
Did you know that microencapsulation can improve a product’s taste, color, and stability? Microencapsulation is the process of applying a protective barrier around a particle of product or active material. This can stabilize products, allow oil-based products to be mixed with water, alter the release of ingredients, improve ingredient handling, and provide many other benefits. Depending on the application, the shell can be made of wax, oil, gum, starch, or cellulose. Microcapsules form small compartments with diameters ranging from submicrons to millimeters.
Vitamin D: A Quick Guide
GuideWith the new nutrition label regulations in the United States, we’re looking at big changes in vitamin D labeling—including mandatory nutrition labeling and a doubling of the recommended or declared Daily Value. Although Vitamin D, known as the “sunshine vitamin”, can be produced in the skin with sufficient sun exposure, Americans are struggling to get enough of it. Read on to learn how much vitamin D we actually need, the best food sources, and which labeling changes impact this nutrient of concern.