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Imbibe on 2022 Sports Drink Trends: Label Claims, Cognitive Health, and More

Brands like G Fuel leverage influencer marketing and partnerships to enhance gamers' performance. Label claims now prioritize functionality and low sugar, with consumers seeking ingredients like electrolytes and B vitamins for performance and hydration.

Imbibe Can Support Your Plant-based, Upcycled & Frozen Dessert Product Development – Expo West 2022 Trends Part 2

Expo West 2022 showcased trends like plant-powered energy drinks, upcycled ingredients, and innovative frozen desserts. Brands are exploring sustainable practices and functional benefits, from Oca's cassava root-powered energy drinks to The Supplant Co.'s upcycled chocolate bars.

Intel on Immunity: Imbibe Speaks on Current Trends, Formulation Challenges, and More

Consumers seek tasty options with immune-boosting ingredients, including citrus flavors. Interest spiked during the pandemic, leaving room for innovation, especially in gut health products, considering the strong connection between gut health and immunity.

Imbibe’s Hot Take on Expo West 2022: Big Mood Food & Eat, Drink, and Be Non-Dairy (And More!)

The event spotlighted trends like gut health-focused beverages, innovation in alt-dairy offerings, mood-enhancing ingredients, and the rise of Eastern-inspired flavors. Stay tuned for more insights in part two.

Imbibe Predicts More Products Will Be Good for You and Good for the Planet

Consumer habits have shifted during the pandemic, with DIY bartending and health-conscious choices becoming norms. Functional beverages meet these demands, with the North American market projected to grow steadily.

Focusing on gut health may help with overall wellness and increased libido

Social media, particularly TikTok and Instagram, boosts interest in probiotics with over 107 million views on TikTok and 30% growth of #probiotics on Instagram. This trend aligns with a 30.6% increase in probiotic consumption over five years.

Imbibe names energy, immunity, and gut health as top benefits grabbing consumer attention

Erin Costello of Imbibe notes diverse interpretations of health amid the pandemic. Focus shifts to immunity, gut health, and energy, driving growth in fortification across beverage categories.

Imbibe Predicts More Products Will Be Good for You and Good for the Planet

Mood-regulating products are on the rise, with Nightfood's sleep-friendly ice cream and items catering to sexual satisfaction. Artificial intelligence aids innovation, exemplified by NotCo's AI-generated NotMilk, enhancing product development and predictive marketing.

Fluid Situation: How Consumer Behavior is Influencing the Beverage Market

Pandemic amplifies this focus on personal and planet health, with 43% reducing waste and 32% eating in moderation, as per Innova Market Insight’s survey.

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