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Immunity and digestion drives kids nutrition, omega-3 remains small
21-Dec-2007 - Omega-3 added to products will remain a niche market in kids' foods for the following year unless it is really pushed by a large food company or given a recommended daily intake level, a report has said.
Cranberry not just for Christmas
20-Dec-2007 - Cranberry is no longer just for Christmas as growth in consumer demand has helped the little red berry find its way into some 900 brand new products this year - a staggering rise from the 2006 position of 54 launches, according to Mintel.
The personal touch will drive supplement growth
07-Dec-2007 - Manufacturers need to get a grip on understanding their consumers in order to improve growth in the supplement market, according to a report.
Superfoods market set to double by 2011
10-Aug-2007 - The superfood and drink market is expected to almost double in the ten year period up to 2011, says a report published today, with soy products and exotic fruits leading the charge.
European sports nutrition to hit 4bn
08-Aug-2007 - The sports nutrition market in Europe is set to surpass the €4bn mark by 2010 and is outstripping growth in North America, a report has said.
Probiotics for children the new trend?
07-Aug-2007 - Chr Hansen's probiotic ingredients are to be used in supplements marketed for children in Italy, thanks to an agreement it says reflects the growing demand and opportunity for pediatric probiotic supplements.
Educate on natural E-numbers, urges Frost
07-Aug-2007 - The European market for natural food colours is set to grow by some 25 per cent by 2013, according to Frost & Sullivan, but more education on natural E-numbers is required.
Chocolate biscuit sales hit by obesity concerns
02-Aug-2007 - Sales of chocolate biscuits in the UK fell 17 per cent between 2001 and 2006 as consumers made the switch to healthier varieties, according to new figures.
Keep up with healthy convenience, says Datamonitor
01-Aug-2007 - Healthy foods in convenient packaging is a consumer need that is growing in momentum, according to Datamonitor, with 59 per cent of European and US consumers seeking a combination of the two selling points.
Green tea ingredient rides trend
30-Jul-2007 - A green tea extract has been launched by Danisco as a food ingredient, reinforcing the perceived benefits of the antioxidant and its "consumer friendly" appeal.
Echinacea and green teas on the rise, report says
27-Jul-2007 - People who are turning to complementary healthcare - including green teas and echinacea - are set to spend £191m in Britain this year alone, according to a new report.
Consumers making healthy fat distinction
27-Jul-2007 - Consumers are starting to recognise that some fats can actually be good for them, stimulating growth in the market for polyunsaturated fatty acids like omega-3 and CLA, says Leatherhead.
Dairy Crest to ride omega-3 trend
25-Jul-2007 - A third omega-3 enhanced spread is being planned by UK's Dairy Crest - a move which rubber stamps the increasing trend for food companies to take advantage of the health benefits of the fish oil.
Health crisps increase growth
13-Jul-2007 - A developing demand for premium products such as those made with alternative ingredients is keeping the UK crisps market on a steady 2.5 per cent growth rate, Mintel says in a new report.
More fibre choice for consumers
06-Jul-2007 - The resistant starch ingredient Hi-maize has been launched as a stand alone product in Europe, which for the first time will allow consumers to supplement their own diets with additional fibre.
Is fruit peel the next snack craze?
22-Jun-2007 - One in five UK adults regularly snack on or eat fruit peel as part of their diet, according to a survey released this week.
Appetite reduction is key for weight management - consumers
20-Jun-2007 - When consumers think about weight management and foods, appetite-suppressing ingredients are key, suggests new independent consumer research.
Supplements promoted to boost summer of love
28-May-2007 - With spring turning to summer, retailers are looking beyond supplements for long-haul flights and hayfever by promoting ingredients for holiday romance and more.
Tap Japanese functional food innovation, urges Euromonitor
22-May-2007 - Functional foods from Japan are a source of inspiration for large companies building the market in Europe, but there are some caveats over the kinds of products consumers are likely to accept and the need for scientific backing.
Nut consumers favour freshness
22-May-2007 - Consumers prioritise freshness and taste over appearance when it comes to selecting peanut products, according to a new UK study commissioned by the American Peanut Council (APC).
Functional cheese still niche in the UK
09-May-2007 - An unhealthy image for cheese in the UK threatens to prevent many varieties from leaping on the functional food bandwagon.
Lutein awareness continues to grow across Europe
30-Apr-2007 - Awareness of lutein in Europe is growing year on year, according to a new consumer survey that shows the potential of marketing to expand the food supplements market in Europe.
Healthy dairy drinks target UK school children
13-Mar-2007 - A new range of reduced sugar and probiotic dairy drinks will target UK school children as health trends continue to help the market expand.
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Women: a force for supplement marketers to reckon with
08-Mar-2007 - Women are an important consumer group for the supplements market - not only because of their own, specific health needs, but also because they tend to make most of the purchasing decisions for the household.
Lentils are the new dahl-ing of healthy consumers, Waitrose
06-Mar-2007 - Lentils are enjoying a surge in popularity in the UK, according to retailer Waitrose - a further sign that foods can shrug off an unappetising image when the importance of making healthy choices is drummed home.
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