The Sweet Side of Life
Have your cake and be healthy, too? As consumers become increasingly aware that consuming excess added sugars can lead to weight gain and a...
10 Trends in Raw Materials
Since WholeFoods’ last supplier roundup, consumer trends have codified and become more pronounced. We’ve spent the year reporting on them, and keeping our readers...
The Evolution of Contract Manufacturing
Whether you want to do something new and innovative, take something you do now to the next level, or just remove some of the...
Natural Flavor Update: Making good-for-you taste oh-so-good
“No villains”—according to a research report from Kerry titled “Beyond the Label: The Clean Food Revolution,” 41% of consumers consider artificial ingredients, flavors, colors...
The Sustainability Shift in Packaging
Not so long ago, most consumers were drawn to a package because it looked good. Today they are drawn to a package because it...
Regenerative Agriculture: 25 Things to Know Now
“Regenerative Agriculture” is a new buzz phrase—but those treating it as just another passing trend are seriously miscalculating. It’s not a marketing term—it’s a...
Body Beautiful: The latest on achieving glowing, ageless skin, a radiant smile and more
It’s well known that what goes on the skin, goes into the body. While the number 60% is quoted fairly often, the CDC declines...
Healthy and Vibrant — At Every Age
Nearly 8 in 10 women and 7 in 10 men in the U.S. take dietary supplements, says Trisha Sugarek MacDonald, BS, MS, sr. director...
Healthy, Happy Pets = Happy Customers!
Keeping Fido and Fluffy nourished, active and pampered has become big business as more consumers view and treat their pets as valued family members:...
SOS for Stressed and Tired
For too many of us, feeling stressed and spent during the day, yet unable to unwind and enjoy refreshing sleep at night, has become...
