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Food stamp changes may not aid healthy eating
21-Jan-2009 - A USDA paper examining the implications of proposed changes to the Food Stamp Program (FSP) has concluded that they may force prices higher for healthy foods, and discourage participation in the program.
New report breaks down global mood foods market
21-Jan-2009 - Mood foods are emerging as the latest niche in the functional foods market, and are expected to experience continued growth, according to a new market report.
Mexico fertile for functional food imports, says USDA
16-Jan-2009 - The Mexican market for health foods is set for steady growth, which presents good export opportunities for US manufacturers, according to a government report.
Researcher identifies middle ground for functional food success
15-Jan-2009 - Functional foods are more likely to be successful if they meet a consumer perception of the types of foods suitable for fortification, according to a new report.
Omega-3 foods will favor EPA/DHA over ALA, predicts report
14-Jan-2009 - Fish-derived omega-3s are set to overtake plant-based sources as the preferred forms of the essential fatty acids used in food and beverage fortification, according to a new report.
Vegetarian market for kids
13-Jan-2009 - A new survey which offers an estimate on the number of vegetarian children in the US highlights a potential emerging market for those on an ‘ethical diet’ needing alternative sources of protein.
Consumers likely to move away from ‘medicalized’ foods, predicts report
12-Jan-2009 - While there is little doubt that the food and beverage industry’s preoccupation with functional foods will not lose steam, consumer reaction could well be set for a shift, according to a US market researcher.
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NMI and Nielsen cover Canadian consumer market
12-Jan-2009 - Market research firm Natural Marketing Institute (NMI) is expanding its scope to include the Canadian market.
Sugar and caffeine seen as key natural developments
06-Jan-2009 - One of the key trends in product development for 2009 will be natural additives able to keep consumers active, leading to searches for alternatives to caffeine and sugar, according to market research.
Government survey highlights most common supplements
12-Dec-2008 - Omega-3s, glucosamine, echinacea and ginseng are the most commonly consumed supplements as part of alternative therapy regimes, according to a new US government survey.
Doctors reveal supplement recommendation priorities
11-Dec-2008 - Bone, joint and heart health are some of the top reasons for doctors to recommend supplements to their patients, according to a new study.
New product development needed for baby boomers
09-Dec-2008 - Manufacturers need to explore new product developments in health and wellness and functional categories in order to tap into the US baby boomer market, according to a report.
New report examines opportunities for condition-specific foods
08-Dec-2008 - Food and beverage manufacturers looking to succeed in the functional category should base their products on ingredients already well-recognized for their health benefits, according to a new report.
McCormick releases 2009 flavor forecast
05-Dec-2008 - McCormick’s annual flavor fusion forecast for the coming year takes a multi-cultural approach and sticks with the sweet and savory theme that was a growing trend in 2008.
Soy ignorance high, says survey
02-Dec-2008 - More than 50 per cent of consumers polled in a recent survey admit they know very little about soy with less than one in five consuming soy products on a weekly basis, according to a new survey.
Brand America boosted by Obama and melamine scare
26-Nov-2008 - The Obama effect and concerns about food safety could help boost US brands overseas which appear to be falling out of favor, according to a new report from Euromonitor International.
Sleep, mood, gut health top functional priorities for Fortitech
20-Nov-2008 - Sleep, mood and digestive health are the areas attracting most interest this year from manufacturers in the food and beverage industries, according to nutritional premix supplier Fortitech.
Positive outlook for natural products
20-Nov-2008 - The number of US consumers buying natural products is still increasing across the majority of categories, indicating “continued opportunities for product and shelf expansion”, according to a new report.
Rising prices harder to swallow in 2009
19-Nov-2008 - Food manufacturers will find it harder to pass on rising costs to consumers next year and, in a shaky economy, competition will remain intense, according to a new report.
News in brief
Beverage industry losing word of mouth advertising
19-Nov-2008 - The US beverage industry does not fully utilise advertising and marketing to drive word of mouth, according to a market research consultancy.
Confidence in safe food supply slipping
18-Nov-2008 - More needs to be done by the government to protect the public from contaminated food, a new survey on food safety and labeling has found.
Innovation strategy for next generation products
10-Nov-2008 - Food and beverage companies need to institutionalize innovation with a dedicated budget and executives in place to drive growth, according to a new report.
Consumers blinded by product claims
03-Nov-2008 - Food manufacturers are confusing consumers by overdoing the number of claims they make on products and need to go back to a simpler style of labeling, according to a new report.
DS quality, safety, efficacy no problem for 80 percent of Americans
24-Oct-2008 - A new survey has found high levels of interest, understanding and respect for the quality of dietary supplements in the US.
Fiber’s raised expectations
15-Oct-2008 - Tate & Lyle research has found more than half of Americans want more than regularity from their fiber intake – they want higher levels and better taste.
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