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Five main approaches to decrease or remove sugar from dairy foods include direct reduction; substitution with a lower-calorie sweetener; substitution with a non-nutritive, high-intensity sweetener; utilization of processing technologies; and leveraging food science and sensory principles to enhance sweetness without sugar.

LALA Gold offers a premium nutritional profile with both drinkable and spoonable options: each 10oz drinkable serving contains 25g of protein, 6g of fiber and no added sugar, while the 5.3oz spoonable cups feature 20g of protein, active probiotics and no added sugar.

According to the IFIC survey, one-third of Americans (33%) reported changing their LNCS consumption habit between April 2023 and April 2024. While 10% said they increased LNCS consumption and 6% said they started consuming LNCS, 11% said they decreased LNCS consumption and 6% said they stopped consuming LNCS altogether.

As we move into 2025, the food industry is poised for significant transformations. Reducing sugar in kids' cereals, embracing the snack revolution, and innovating in the bakery sector will shape the future of food. These trends reflect a broader shift towards health, sustainability, and consumer satisfaction, paving the way for a more nutritious and delicious future.

More than half of all participants in a recent survey report actively reducing their sugar consumption. US consumers also try to limit or reduce purchases of high sugar ingredients. Interestingly, consumers are unwilling to give up indulgences and they also look for healthier versions of indulgent foods.

In the formulation of reduced sugar food and beverage products, ingredient trends are shifting towards clean label, natural alternatives that provide sweetness without compromising taste or texture.

Shakeology 0g Added Sugar flavors replace organic cane sugar with the high-grade stevia sweeteners, chosen to deliver a clean taste that is similar to sugar without a stevia aftertaste.

Since launching its line of Junior Pops in 2018, featuring best-selling flavors Cherry n' Lemonade and Orange Cherry Grape, the fruit pop brand has won over the hearts and taste buds of families looking to delight their kids with nostalgic treats. 

These grain-free Crispbread Crackers™ represent a bold statement in the evolution of clean snacking. Free from the top 14 allergens and corn, with 20g of complete protein and zero added sugar, the artisan flavor profile aims to evolve the snacking experience.

“In today’s media landscape, headlines often sensationalize conflicting opinions on the role sweeteners should play in a healthy diet,” Wendy Reinhardt Kapsak, MS, RDN, IFIC president & CEO, said.