healthy food
Top 5 trends in 2026 for functional ingredients in food and beverages
• From gummies that support gut health to protein-rich snacks, functional ingredients are transforming ordinary foods and beverages into true sources of wellness integrated into your daily routine. The global market for...
Functional snacks: a study by ADM on new directions in this segment
• Snacking is no longer just a quick break between meals, but an act of self-care, a moment of indulgence and, increasingly, a targeted nutritional solution. According to a study...
Turmeric: the well-known ingredient takes on new meanings
• Turmeric, a popular functional ingredient, is expanding its reputation beyond its well-known anti-inflammatory properties to become an ally in muscle recovery. • This discovery promises a significant increase in sales, opening up new opportunities...
Redefining Indulgence: Chocolate Industry Trends Identified by New Barry Callebaut Study
• The chocolate industry is undergoing a profound transformation, at a time when consumers are looking for more than just taste pleasure. Barry Callebaut's report provides a comprehensive analysis of these changes, highlighting how...
Functional bread with probiotic properties: a promising innovation in asthma prevention
• A team of Brazilian researchers from the University of São Paulo has obtained a variety of functional bread that could help prevent asthma. • Scientists' study opens up new…
Something sweet but also healthy? The year 2024 proves that it is possible!
• Following the trend of healthy eating, manifested globally, in 2024 and sweet snacks become functional foods through reformulation. Adding probiotics, protein and fiber and reducing or completely eliminating sugar and…
Barriers to the adoption of herbal products: costs and perceptions
• Accessibility remains a significant challenge to plant-based diet adoption. Although the plant-based food industry experienced rapid growth in the late 2010s, consumer perception that these products...
What consumers want from sustainable food and drink
• A new study suggests that Europeans are "highly motivated" to buy sustainable food. How can brands best convey this characteristic of products? And, in the context of a crisis of...

