Explore the top five food service trends on menus for 2020—including next-generation plant-based meats, the power of natural color, kids’ evolving tastes, and more!
As the US functional beverage market expands, interest in energy, hydration, and protein is ramping up. Here are some of the claims, flavors, and benefits consumers want most, along with a look at new functional beverage trends and opportunities.
The COVID-19 outbreak continues to reshape consumers’ food purchasing behaviors, ranging from the products they’re buying to the places they’re shopping. Glanbia Nutritionals began charting consumer behaviors via surveys during the week of March 16, 2020. Now for week four of the research, the top finding of Glanbia Nutritionals’ consumer survey research is in: consumers are swapping their in-person grocery shopping for online grocery shopping. Take a look at the numbers and what this means for manufacturers.
Plant-based diets are on the rise as more consumers pursue environmentally sustainable lifestyles. This trend is influencing nearly all food and beverage categories—and sports nutrition is no exception. Explore the major trends in plant-based sports nutrition and how manufacturers can use plant proteins to make their brands more eco-friendly.
Consumers’ eating habits have been changing in surprising ways due to COVID-19. Week 8 of Glanbia Nutritional’s consumer survey research reveals that 63 percent of consumers have changed their diets a little, somewhat, or a lot since the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders began, with many now making their own foods and beverages at home. See how these new consumer behaviors may affect the food industry.
Glanbia Nutritionals' consumer research continues to track how the COVID-19 crisis is impacting the food supply chain. Week 8 results of our survey reveal that some consumers are substituting their preferred brands for different brands due to a lack of availability, while others are changing stores to remain brand-loyal. Also up ahead: signs that the food supply chain is beginning to recover.
As berry season approaches, consumers are reminded of the refreshing, sweet, and tangy flavors of their favorite berries. Consumers don’t have to wait until summer thanks to the rise in innovative uses of berry flavors throughout the food industry. Check out the current trends in berry flavors—from blackberry ricotta pizza to strawberry harissa to blueberry lavender sparkling water, and grab some berry good ideas for your next product!
In the pursuit of increased energy—both mental and physical—many middle-aged men (defined as men between the ages of 35-49) are looking to protein to fit the bill. Glanbia Nutritionals’ own consumer survey research uncovers insights into this functional nutrition opportunity for food and beverage manufacturers, including the most preferred protein types and product formats.
Professional gamers are beginning to be recognized as athletes with specific performance nutrition needs—such as optimal energy, focus, and vision. Here’s a look at the trends in esports nutrition for manufacturers who want to get in the game!