The nominees for the 2009 Spirit of Innovation ran the gamut, from beverages to snacks, from breakfast items to dessert snacks. The innovative teamwork involved in creating these exemplary products managed to combine unique concepts with the latest trends and the underlying needs of the consumers.

In a time when people need a little humor in their lives, Liebeskummerpillen, a company from Austria, has introduced a range of funny chocolate and sugar confectionery, packaged as medication.

Everyone needs a little caffeine boost during the day, especially when consumers live such hectic lives.

Mollicoolz has introduced Figure Friendly, a new line of healthy ice cream shakes. 

Innovative Meal Replacement Beverage Dietary guidelines recommend adults consume at least 3-5 servings of whole grains per day and children at least 2-3. Unfortunately, 40% of Americans eat no

Betting on bacteria; burgers are back on the menu!

ICIO Apple Pear Water is purified water infused with natural extract, while being free of calories, added sugar and artificial additives.

Consumers are actively seeking healthy food options, and, as a result, Chinese Traditional Medicine (TCM) is becoming more prominent in the areas of food and drink.

Brain function and mood drinks, gut health and cardiovascular benefits are just a sampling of the functional aspects of certain beverages on the market now.

Cause-related marketing marks one driving force behind a rising number of consumer packaged good items. An item that supports a charitable cause is certainly one means to promote the feeling