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America: Make Breakfast Great Again

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A standard American breakfast includes sugary cereals, fruit juices, and toast. In fact, the first cereal plants started commercial manufacturing during the 1950s. Cereals were made from equal parts of sugar and corn flour. The sweet taste of cereals and the positive marketing of these sugary foods made them one of the most famous breakfast […]

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How Brands Can Compete with Amazon’s CPG Subscriptions

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With technology at our fingertips, consumers all over the globe have experienced many conveniences–one in the form of online shopping. In a study conducted a few years ago, it noted that the e-commerce of consumer packaged goods rose by 42%. In fact, Amazon accounted for more than 20% of all the CPG growth. Scott Galloway […]

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Growing Demand for Organic Ingredients Leads to Supply Challenges

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The need for fresh ingredients by consumers has led many farmers to go into organic farming. According to data provided by the USDA, the number of organic farmers in the US has increased by almost 300% since 2002. This growth is to meet the demands of consumers who prefer organic foods more than those grown […]

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Top 10 Food Trends to Watch at IFT 2017

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In April, Food Technology magazine editor, Elizabeth Sloan, published an extensive article on the top 10 trends in the food industry. IFT 2017 in Las Vegas will be a great opportunity to see how ingredient companies are trying to meet the new priorities on healthy, natural, and nutritional focused offerings. Here is a look at […]

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Artificially Sweetened Soda Can Increase Risk Of Stroke And Dementia

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Drinking artificially sweetened soda and drinks have many health risks including stroke and dementia. In a study published in the journal Stroke and Alzheimer’s & Dementia, researchers linked the consumption of sodas to the increased risk of dementia and stroke. The Validity Of The Study On Artificially Sweetened Soda The long-term observation study involved 2,888 […]

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Over 50% Of Canadians Believe Healthy Eating Improves Well Being

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Most consumers all over the world are becoming more conscious about their health and overall well-being. In a market study conducted by research company Mintel, 63% of Canadian consumers believe that what they eat has significant influence over their emotional and physical health. As a result, 45% of consumers are interested in trying out different […]

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Video: Best Sources Of Plant Proteins And Why You Need To Eat Them

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People have a good relationship with meat. This is the reason why animal protein consumption has risen immensely compared to 50 years ago. But because animal protein has been linked to various diseases, there is an increase in the number of consumers who opt to consume plant-based proteins. The Benefits Of Consuming  Plant Proteins In […]

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Healthy Snack Bars Driving Category Sales

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The healthy snack bar category grew by 2.08% from 2016 to 2017. This equated to $6 billion of sales in all snack bar categories. The growth of the snack bar industry is attributed to manufacturers offering a broad range of products to cater to the needs of different consumers. According to culinary scientist Kyle Stuart, […]

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Evolving Views of Healthy Eating Strain CPG Sales

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The consumer packaged goods industry sky-rocketed after World War II when people suddenly realized that it takes a fraction of a time to prepare meals with processed foods than with whole foods. Consumer packaged goods (CPG) are sold quickly because they are convenient and useful for a variety of household jobs. Fast-forward today, the popularity […]

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Eating More Plant Proteins Can Reduce The Risk Of Diabetes

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Plant protein benefits are currently widely studied and acknowledged by doctors, scientists, and nutritionists. Plant-based food manufacturers are developing different products to provide many options not only for vegans and vegetarians but also for new flexitarians. Researchers have noted that many people eat too much meat and not enough vegetables and fruits. The National Institute […]

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