The 2013 edition of Natural Products Expo West saw record numbers of attendees and visitors, but the real news was the varied assortment of new, cutting-edge foods and beverages.
More and more Americans eat smaller portions of food more frequently throughout the day.
September 19, 2013
Another cultural shift is the high priority placed by many adult consumers on making sure that the foods they -- and their kids -- eat pass nutritional muster.
Barry Callebaut announced that the EU Commission approved its health claim submission on cocoa flavanols.
September 11, 2013
The company received the right to use the health claim that "cocoa flavanols help maintain the elasticity of blood vessels, which contributes to normal blood flow."
Boulder Canyon Natural Foods has introduced two new varieties of its Canyon Cut line of kettle-cooked, ridged potato chips.
September 6, 2013
The new Avocado Oil and Olive Oil varieties of Canyon Cut chips join the existing line that includes Totally Natural (original), Sour Cream & Chives and Honey Barbeque flavors.
BMO released the results of a survey which found that supporting regional economies, farmers and jobs, along with fresh food and taste, all trump the cost of food for people choosing to buy local.
August 5, 2013
The report also revealed what products Canadians buy locally and why.