High-protein claims have saturated the snack bar market, making it difficult for brands to differentiate. So, what's next in the evolution of the nutritious snack bar, and what does formulating fortified snack bars entail?
Recent sweets and snacks trends are all about bold and adventurous choices. People are going for unique flavours like sour and spicy, and fun snacks like freeze-dried candy and pickle-flavoured treats. It's clear there's a growing love for exciting and mindful snacking.
With mounting pressure from consumers, governments and public health organisations, many brands are looking to reduce the sugar content of their products. However, as we all know, this is not a simple process!
Spicy flavour profiles, while hardly new, are experiencing a real moment in the culinary spotlight right now! Read on for insights into how this trend is evolving and how spicy food is being reimagined in 2024.
While many consumers are familiar with prebiotics and probiotics, postbiotics are the new kids on the block. With potential health benefits including improved gut health, reduced inflammation and immune support, postbiotics should be on the radar for all health-conscious brands.
One of the stand-out trends at Natural Products Expo West this year was hydration. From pickle juice shots and hydrating coffee through to gummies promising skin hydration, this claim was spotted everywhere at the Expo.
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Amanda Thomas, our Sales & Business Development Manager, and Lauren Robinson, our Marketing Executive, were recently lucky enough to head over to California for the annual Natural Health Products Expo West conference.
As we bid farewell to another Easter season, it's clear that innovation and creativity continue to drive excitement and engagement within the confectionery and bakery landscape.
Dive into the innovative uses of peach flavour and colour in 2024, from surprising savoury applications to fresh twists on traditional sweets.
Not all Vitamin D is created equal. In this blog article, our health & nutrition experts Amanda and Michael look at whether there are significant differences between Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3, and what this means for food and supplement manufacturers.
The powdered beverage market is experiencing rapid global growth, driven by convenience, sustainability, and health-conscious consumer trends.
As 2023 winds down, anticipation for next year's trends grows. Our analysis, drawing from key industry voices like Mintel, Circana, and The Food People, highlights three dominant trends: 'Hack my Health,' 'Trust the Process,' and 'Sustainable Choices.'
