By 2025-05-15 Off “Navigating Sugar Alternatives: Consumer Trends, Low-Calorie Sweeteners, and the Search for Healthier Options” Many consumers in the U.S. are working to lower their sugar consumption, prompting manufacturers to reduce added sugars before they must be declared on the Nutrition Facts label in the coming years. While using low-calorie…
By 2025-05-15 Off “From Niche to Mainstream: The Rise of Allergy-Friendly Foods in the Market” Seventeen years ago, when Enjoy Life Foods was established, its sweets and snacks—free from the eight most common allergens in the U.S.—were considered niche products. Today, Enjoy Life has become a mainstream brand, with its…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Balancing Health and Usability: The Evolving Landscape of Cooking Oils” Like many cooking ingredients, finding a balance between the health aspects of oils and fats and their usability across various products is essential. Take olive oil, for instance, which is often perceived as a healthy…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Bunge’s Strategic Shift: Divesting From Sugar and Ethanol Amidst Market Challenges” This decision illustrates Bunge’s intention to divest from the sugar and ethanol sectors, redirecting its focus toward agribusiness, food, and ingredients. Currently, raw sugar prices have plummeted to a two-year low, driven by a surplus…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Capitalizing on Trends: The Rise of Seeds and Grains in Modern Nutrition” Seeds and grains are capitalizing on numerous contemporary market trends, such as clean labeling, natural and minimally processed ingredients, as well as being free from certain allergens and high in protein. They align perfectly with…
By 2025-05-15 Off “FDA’s Decision to Ban Partially Hydrogenated Oils Sparks Industry Debate and Consumer Demand for Healthier Alternatives” This action follows the FDA’s 2015 determination that partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe for human consumption. In a petition submitted that same year, the Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) claimed…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Record High Meat Consumption in the US Amid Growing Health and Environmental Concerns: A Call for Moderation and Mindful Choices” Despite the significant attention given to flexitarianism and plant-based proteins, per capita meat consumption in the United States is projected to hit a record high this year, as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Trends and Challenges in Sugar Reduction: Consumer Demand, Manufacturer Responses, and Regulatory Impact in the U.S.” The U.S. lacks a government-supported campaign aimed at reducing sugar levels in food products, yet several factors motivate manufacturers to lower sugar content. Firstly, there is a significant consumer demand for less sugar. Mintel reports…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Revamping Food and Beverage Products: The Shift Towards Natural Preservatives and Simpler Ingredient Lists” Food and beverage companies are revamping their products to meet consumer demand for more natural ingredients and simpler ingredient lists. Synthetic preservatives have been a major focus, as 59% of shoppers indicate they seek claims…
By 2025-05-15 Off “Rising Interest in Ancient Grains: A Gluten-Free Alternative for Health-Conscious Consumers” Kamut International’s Khorasan wheat is not the first ancient grain to be promoted as a possible alternative for individuals with gluten sensitivity. Last year, Germany-based GoodMills Innovation introduced its 2ab Wheat, another ancient wheat variety…