Caffeine has been associated with some health problems, and many consumers often try to cut back consumption in a bid to become healthier and less dependent on its stimulating properties.
Bagels with cream cheese inside; crispy cracker-stick snacks; ultra-premium orange juice; study links milk consumption with better nutrition; technology-based coupons may be wave of the future; Boomersí expectations as they age; and more men cooking at home.
“A single or a double?” Most people immediately recognize the phrase refers to coffee, the second-largest dollar commodity in the world, next to oil. However, even though coffee is such a high-value commodity, its per capita consumption has been dropping over the past 40 years.
As the use of anti-aging and skin nourishment agents grows in food and beverage products, consumers need not rely solely on traditional cosmetic and personal care categories for skin-based needs.
Consumers can benefit from drinks enhanced with whey to help control weight; vitamins and minerals to help maintain health; and ingredients that help with immunity, energy and overall fitness.
Functional water goes to the dogs; a calorie-free beverage with the fun of bubbles; a protein bar burns fat and boosts metabolism; womenís weight matters; and functional foods and drinks enter a critical era.