Allulose: A new sugar substitute that sounds almost too good to be true
Imbibe, based in Niles, tested allulose but found it insufficiently sweet and costly, with an off taste difficult to mask in beverages, leading them to favor alternatives like stevia, according to Elizabeth Sisel, Taste Modulation Manager.
Energy and relaxation dietary supplements: Stress and fatigue drive consumers to supplement shelves
Imbibe highlights CBD’s rise in relaxation products despite regulatory hurdles. Other trending ingredients include L-theanine, ashwagandha, and mushrooms like reishi and chaga. Adaptogens like tulsi and moringa are also gaining attention for their diverse benefits in beverages.
