Malandrakis and Shane MacGuill, head of tobacco research at Euromonitor International, informed webinar attendees that the global markets for alcohol and tobacco are increasingly losing ground to cannabis and other competing products. These emerging products…

Consumers are increasingly focusing on their gut health today. This growing awareness has prompted food and beverage manufacturers to incorporate probiotics and prebiotics into their existing products, while also creating a demand for enhancements that…

Processed foods rely on three main components: salt, sugar, and fat. A blend of these ingredients can produce tasty and affordable snacks that range from sweet to savory, cheesy to crunchy. However, when food manufacturers…

According to the Code of Federal Regulations, a soft drink can be labeled as “diet” as long as that label is not considered “false or misleading.” This terminology, widely utilized by soda companies to indicate…

Mintel’s research highlights a category that has recently been overshadowed by options that are higher in protein and more convenient. Interestingly, millennials, who are often associated with a preference for healthier choices, are enthusiastic about…

The findings from this survey should not catch food manufacturers and retailers off guard, as the shift away from sugar has been gaining momentum for quite some time. Currently, reducing sugar levels in food and…

Move aside, Juicy Fruit and Doublemint — not to mention Starbucks and Red Bull. Mars Wrigley is offering consumers a new option for a quick caffeine boost without needing a cup or can. According to…

Approximately one in ten women experiences postpartum depression, which can persist for several months. However, its effects are not limited to new mothers; researchers indicate that it can also have lasting consequences for the baby.…

Calcium citrate is a highly beneficial supplement that offers various advantages for those looking to improve their health. One of the primary benefits of calcium citrate is its superior absorption compared to other forms of…

This advancement suggests that the most flavorful steviol glycosides — the compounds responsible for the sweetness of the plant’s leaf extracts — could be refined for use in food and beverages. According to PureCircle, there…