Physically active consumers want convenient, protein-packed options to fit into their on-the-go routine. “Plant-powered” ready-to-drink (RTD) and ready-to-mix (RTM) protein beverages are emerging as a perfect solution to fill this niche nutrition category and grow into the mainstream market.

LUZIXINE™ is a vegan and 100% natural superfood rich in omega-3 offering many possibilities for nutraceutical formulations. It has a high protein concentration of 54% compared to non-concentrated alfalfa at just 20%.

Product launches with more than 30% fat content—such as high-fat dairy—are up, and butter sales have jumped, outpacing the growth of margarines and spreads by 360%.

CoreFX Ingredients and Natures Crops International have partnered to 70GA Dry Ahiflower® Oil. Ahiflower® is a propriety seed oil of Natures Crops containing more biologically advanced omegas than any other natural plant source. CoreFX specializes in the formulation and manufacturing of dry lipid-based nutritional oils, bringing revolutionary ingredients to a rapidly growing health-conscious market.

Toward the end of 2020, the USDA and HHS issued the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The guidelines include key recommendations to reduce trans fats and limit the intake of saturated fats to less than 10 percent of daily calories. It also suggests that as part of a healthy eating pattern to include the consumption of plant-based oils such as canola, corn, olive, peanut, safflower, soybean, and sunflower.

Prepared Foods takes a look at new better-for-you foods, drinks and supplements introduced in June 2019.