Foods and drinks with added health benefits are becoming increasingly popular. In fact, product concepts emphasizing specific health aspects offer added value.

Almost a third of adults report some type of joint pain

Officials say the result is “a delicious beverage that delivers 2500mg of Omega-3s, 90mg of natural caffeine (about as much in an 8oz cup of coffee), twice the antioxidants of a cup of green tea—along with fiber and protein.

Extend Nutrition, St. Louis, says its new sugar-free and gluten-free protein bars are clinically proven to help control blood sugar for six to nine hours. Officials say new Cookies & Cream and Chocolate & Caramel bars are currently available at extendbar.com, with retail sales to begin later this year.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. coronary heart disease (CHD), the most common type, kills nearly 380,000 people annually. The health costs are staggering, coming at a cost of nearly $109 billion per year in health care services, medications and lost productivity.

Blue California offers Sol Q10 BLUE, a water-soluble coenzyme Q10, in 10% and 40% concentrations for energy drinks, functional beverages, chewable tablets, stick packs and other products

Nearly 60% of Americans are looking to increase their protein intake, however, many don't enjoy the taste of traditional bars or shakes. Now, adults have a fun and convenient new way to get the protein they are seeking: RAP Protein Gummies.

Global market researcher Canadean, London, says that in less than 40 years, the number of people globally who are affected by dementia will triple.

Jelly Belly Candy Company, Fairfield, Calif., added two new flavors to Sport Beans®Energizing Jelly Beans®, its line of sports performance jelly beans for endurance athletes.

Alacer Corp., Foothill Ranch, Calif., introduces four new flavors of its super-charged Emergen-C Immune+® dietary supplement, which provides immune support with key nutrients and a unique proprietary complex that features Wellmune WGP®.