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Protein Sources for Beverage Development

Protein demand is soaring, pushing innovation in plant-based and other alternatives like fungi and insects. This caters to a growing population with diverse diets and those seeking vegetarian or healthier options.

Chicago Food Blogger Event: Watch It Here!

Imbibe and Chicago Section IFT hosted a discussion with three of Chicago’s hottest food bloggers to learn their secrets to Chicago’s food scene, building a loyal social media following, and so much more.

Back to Basics: Bananas for Flavor or Format

Bananas are a tricky flavor, but new products are making waves. Fronana offers allergy-friendly frozen banana treats. Barnana uses imperfect bananas for snacks. Sir Bananas is a protein-packed banana milk with no artificial ingredients.

Artificial Vs. Natural Color: What Makes Sense for Your Next Product?

When choosing colors for beverages, consider what your target audience wants. Artificial colors are cheaper, shelf-stable, and maintain vibrancy but may be seen as unnatural.

2018 Trend Mega-List: Meat, Sweets, Plants and More

This is the introduction to a food trend prediction article for 2018. It mentions plant-based options will be a big trend.

Personalized beverages expected to be even trendier in 2018

In 2018, beverage trends will focus on hyper-personalization and specialization, says Imbibe marketing director Laura Dembitzer. Expect launches with less sugar, added functional ingredients, and sustainability.

FDA Changes to the Nutrition Facts Panel

In 2016, the FDA updated nutrition facts labels to make it easier for consumers to understand what they're eating. This included highlighting calorie and serving size information, sugar content, and key nutrients.

What’s big in beverages? Health, innovation and sustainability

The dominant trend in the 2018 beverage industry is health and wellness. Consumers seek drinks with reduced sugar and artificial ingredients, prompting soft drink reformulation with natural sweeteners and functional variants.

Adaptogens are here to stay but marketing them effectively will require creativity and innovation, say experts

Adaptogens, natural ingredients believed to help the body cope with stress, are gaining popularity in food and beverages. These include Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, Maca, and Holy Basil.

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