Hacking Humans 2.0: Redefining Health with Gut Bacteria
With dreams of CPG integration, FitBiomics is producing probiotics designed by data mining the gut microbiomes of professional athletes. Is this the next big wellness trend?
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Is Yogurt Losing its Luster? Campbell’s Sale of Noosa a Call for Brands to Evolve
While industry experts note that yogurt remains popular due to its ties to gut health trends, they emphasize the need for innovation in portable, health-focused products for brands to stay competitive amid shifting consumer preferences.
U.S. Turkey Producer Diestel Family Ranch Joins Regenerative Ag Pioneers
Diestel Family Ranch has become the first U.S.-based turkey producer to receive Regenified agriculture certification.
Has Raw Milk Gotten a Raw Deal?
While cow’s milk has waned in popularity, the reputation of raw milk has curdled from being the only show in town to a product whose mere mention is fodder for the most heated of internet debates.
The Top 5 Food as Medicine Functional Ingredients
Everything you eat affects your chemistry, and scientists have long recognized that certain foods contain healing substances. From customized nutrition to treating specific disorders, the concept of “food as medicine” is nothing new. Yet, some …
Top 5 Sources of Prebiotics for Gut Health
As we continue to discover how gut health impacts our overall well-being, scientists are exploring the value of consuming prebiotics to maintain a healthy gut microbiome.
CEO Sees Extensive ‘Runway’ for Healthier Plant-Based Snacks
The founder of That’s it, a functional snack brand, feels that there’s a significant runway within the plant-based category, especially for healthier-for-you snacks.
Functional Beverage Market Continues to Gain Momentum
These days, an increasing share of consumers are looking for drinks that not only taste good, but also serve a beneficial function. These functional beverages contain ingredients that, theoretically, can help build and maintain health, …
7 Functional Ingredients to Watch
This article is written and sponsored by Kerry. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers are constantly looking for ways to personalize health benefits from everyday food and beverages. Kerry’s 2021 research notes that over …
What Are the Growth Prospects for Fermented Foods?
Though kimchi and sauerkraut may be top of mind when thinking about fermentation, the opportunities actually stretch far wider. In fact, the fermented food and drinks market is expected to grow by $533 million through 2026 at …
Why Functional Ingredients Have Consumers Hooked
It doesn’t look like the health and wellness trend is going anywhere – and functional food ingredients are sure to benefit from it. So much so, that the market is projected to reach $118.4 billion …
Webinar Recap: Health Remains Top Reason for Consuming Probiotics
With consumers prioritizing health more than ever, food makers are turning to functional ingredients like probiotics to provide documented health benefits in food and beverages. In an exclusive Food Institute webinar, bioscience company Chr. Hansen …
