Functional carbs, vitamins, minerals and stimulants could help weekend warriors or hard-core exercise enthusiasts keep up their physiological and mental energy
When it comes to refueling—whether running a Sunday 26-mile marathon or the weekly rat race—the requirements for both nutritive fuel carbs, proteins, fats and other energy sources is an inescapable need.
Aging is inevitable; the CDC projects of 70-75 million Americans in the 65+ age range by 2030—meaning roughly one fifth of the US populace is currently primed for healthy aging and enhanced quality of life.
Functional food ingredients can be defined as ingredients that have the capability to add a particular benefit to the end product
July 8, 2015
The report "Functional Food Ingredients Market by Type (Protein, Vitamin, Mineral, Prebiotic & Probiotic, Hydrocolloid, Essential Oil, Fatty Acid, Carotenoid), Application (Food & Beverage), Health Benefit (Gut, Bone, Health, Immunity, Nutrition), & by Region - Global Forecast to 2020", The Functional Food Ingredients Market is projected to reach about $2.5 Billion by 2020, growing at a CAGR of about 6% from 2015 to 2020.
Consumers have lost interest in dieting to lose weight and in 2015 they prefer healthy eating
April 2, 2015
According to the Packaged Facts report, Functional Foods & Beverages: Key Trends by Product Categories and Benefits, all three are also undergoing major shifts in the marketplace that reflect cultural and lifestyle changes including heartier breakfasts and more, healthier snacking.
Nagase America showcases top Japanese 2015 food trends
January 19, 2015
Nagase America is pleased to announce the top Japanese 2015 food trends. Key factors behind the trends are anticipated changes in Japanese regulations as well as Japanese consumer interest in new food experiences and ethnic flavors.
Snack savvy Millennials, aging Baby Boomers, and exercise enthusiasts are helping functional food ingredients gain attention in America’s wellness culture
December 17, 2014
With proactive wellness and proper nutrition among leading consumer dietary trends, functional foods are emerging as an increasingly important part of the U.S. food retail landscape. Driving growth in the functional food segment are three important consumer demographic segments: Millennials, Baby Boomers, and health-engaged and exercise-conscientious consumers.
Today’s consumers are demanding “better-for-you” products, and fortified beverages are one way to provide them. Fortification of food products is done, in essence, to satisfy a deficiency.