New Blissfully Berry and Cocoa Sensation combine nostalgic flavors with ancient grains
August 5, 2015
Van's International Foods, maker of whole-grain, gluten-free cereals and other certified gluten-free foods, adds two new varieties to its cereal line: Blissfully Berry, with natural strawberry flavor, and Cocoa Sensation, made with real cocoa.
Consumers increasingly reject artificial additives, long ingredients lists, and unpronounceable food ingredients
July 31, 2015
The majority of U.S. consumers take note of the nutritional content and/or ingredients in the groceries they buy, according to market research publisher Packaged Facts in the report Gluten-Free Foods in the U.S., 5th Edition. Reflecting a trend that has consumers increasingly rejecting artificial additives, long ingredients lists, and unpronounceable food ingredients, 55% of the respondents to Packaged Facts' Online Consumer Survey favor packaged groceries with fewer and simpler ingredients.
New bakery item is high in protein, gluten-free and can be ready to eat in seconds
July 28, 2015
The first to market line of protein-packed and high-fiber single-serve muffins with the added benefit of probiotics, in which you simply add water and microwave 35 seconds for a hot, fresh meal or snack.
New survey shows store brands offer savings on organic, gluten-free, and special needs products
July 28, 2015
Consumers trying to maintain or improve their health are increasingly seeking specialty food and non-food alternatives. Whether they are organic, gluten-free, dye-free or lactose-free, these products can be costly, but a new survey of special needs store brands items shows significant savings for consumers.
Tate & Lyle uses IFT to showcase classic tastes with on-trend twists
July 27, 2015
Tate & Lyle, a leading global provider of food ingredients and solutions, served a healthier twist on culinary classics during the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting and Food Expo in Chicago. Developed to celebrate the IFT’s 75th anniversary, the tasting menu consisted of reduced-calorie root beer craft soda; low-sodium, crispy French fry sticks; gluten-free German chocolate bundtini cake; and a reduced-calorie/reduced-sugar, soft-serve ice cream sundae bar.
The new products identify trends and consumer needs in marketplace
July 20, 2015
New England Natural Bakers announced the addition of two granola clusters to the "Organic Select" line. These niche designed offerings are targeted to the discerning consumer and capture trends: organic, non-GMO project verified, high protein, and gluten-free.