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✨ Happy Holidays from everyone at New Hope Network! ✨ Experience the sounds of innovation with this ASMR journey through the Natural Products Expo West NEXTYs! 🏆 From satisfying crunches to fizzy pours, these moments showcase the creativity and excellence behind the most inspiring natural products. 🌿🎧 Tag your favorite innovators and let us know which sound stood out to you! #NEXTYAwards #ASMRExperience #NaturalProductsIndustry #ProductInnovation #HolidayCheer #CPGExcellence #ExpoWest #NaturalProducts #CPGIndustry

Allison ("Ali") M. Wing, CEO of Oobli, is on a mission to make more products using less sugar. “We're biologically designed to crave sugars,” Wing says. “It’s a healthy, normal craving, but we weren't designed to have it so available in our diets. Sweet proteins can be a way to meet the mouth where it wants to be, but reduce the load in the body by putting more of that in the protein.” With its second “no questions” letter and GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its use of the protein-based sweetener monellin—a novel sweet protein found in the serendipity berry—the Davis, California-based company can replace sweeteners with these cost-effective, climate-friendly proteins. Keep reading: https://utm.io/uhRBU By: Dawn Reiss #FoodInnovation #SweetProteins #SugarReduction #PrecisionFermentation #SustainableFood #HealthAndWellness #FoodTech #Oobli #CollaborativeInnovation #HealthyEating #WellnessProducts

Mark Blumenthal, founder of the American Botanical Council, shares how the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA) transformed access to herbal supplements. Before DSHEA, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) viewed herbs as unapproved medicines, requiring costly new drug applications that made it nearly impossible to market simple, traditional remedies. By introducing structure-function claims, DSHEA allowed companies to communicate the benefits of vitamins, minerals and herbs, expanding consumer awareness while ensuring continued access to these products. Watch now: https://utm.io/uhRBS #DSHEA30 #HerbalSupplements #DietarySupplements #NaturalProducts #RegulatoryFramework #SupplementIndustry #AmericanBotanicalCouncil #HerbalMedicine #ConsumerAwareness

In this episode of The Natural List, co-host Adrienne Smith is joined by New Hope Network’s Douglas Brown and Nancy Coulter-Parker for a behind-the-scenes look at the 2025 Natural Products Expo West NEXTY Awards preliminary judging. During the preliminary round, the New Hope Network team samples and deliberates over several days and hundreds of products to select finalists in each category based on the three Is: innovation, inspiration and integrity. With more than 1,000 products spanning 35 categories in the running, the judges share highlights from the first days of judging, noteworthy trends and a few early favorites. This year’s submissions reveal exciting shifts, including cleaner frozen desserts, low-sugar snacks and sustainable packaging. Dietary supplements are leaning into the GLP-1 revolution, while protein-packed foods dominate. During this episode, judges share what made certain nominations standout, from stellar storytelling and consumer education to research-backed details about health benefits and clear narratives around a product’s purpose and impact. Tune in for insights on the trends shaping the natural and organic products industry and what it takes to stand out in the NEXTY Awards competition. Watch now: https://utm.io/uhQNU #NaturalProducts #NEXTYAwards #ExpoWest #ConsumerTrends #CPGInsights #DietarySupplements #CleanIngredients #OrganicProducts #StorytellingInMarketing #ProductDevelopment #NaturalFoodIndustry #SustainablePackaging #FoodInnovation

Organic is no longer just about “no pesticides”. Whether you’re a retailer, marketer, brand or organic enthusiast, understanding what organic means to different consumers is the key to meeting the unique priorities of generations to come. Download the 2024 Inside Organic eGuide to learn about: - How different age groups perceive organic - How to communicate the benefits of organic beyond the basics - The Importance of transparency as consumer demand for transparency continues to rise - What claims consumers are willing to pay for … and more. Download today! CIRANDA Inc.Macalat NielsenIQ #brightpharmacaps #paid #InsideOrganic https://lnkd.in/gV2r7xFK

The Romans turned to cabbage and brussels sprouts when their heads pounded post- bacchanal. For 19th century Russians, it was pickles and sauerkraut. Jazz Age partiers looked to tomato juice cocktails after a night defying prohibition. In short, the search for the elusive hangover cure and escape from the toll of excessive alcohol is as old as, well, alcohol. With that historical record in mind, it should be no surprise that the hunt goes on and the latest wave of offerings from the brands on the fringe of the supplement industry are merely the latest incarnations of an ancient quest. It’s certainly a worthy goal, one that no small number of us would hope might one day be achieved, but it’s worth questioning how worthy a goal it might be for the supplement industry. Keep reading: https://utm.io/uhP6I By: Rick Polito, Editor-in-Chief at Nutrition Business Journal #SupplementIndustry #HangoverRemedies #ConsumerTrends #HealthAndWellness #NaturalProducts #FunctionalSupplements #SupplementTrends

From rotisserie chickens to chimichangas, from packaged salads to pizza by the slice, retail food service offerings continue to drive strong sales while satisfying shoppers’ growing appetite for affordable, no-fuss, delicious, prepared foods. That’s the overarching takeaway from FMI- The Food Industry Association’s new report, The Power of Foodservice at Retail 2024. Presenting NielsenIQ sales data, along with findings from FMI’s August survey of 1,535 U.S. shoppers who purchase from retail food service at least occasionally, the report reveals the latest consumer patterns, priorities and demands around this dynamic sector. It also identifies the best opportunities for retailers to elevate their food service game to deliver on today’s shoppers’ needs. A quick aside before delving into the data: FMI uses the terms retail food service, deli-prepared foods and grocery deli–prepared foods interchangeably. They all describe fully or partially prepared items, whether complete meals or parts of meals, that offer convenient, fast alternatives to at-home cooking or restaurants. Examples include chicken wings, sushi, deli sandwiches, salad bars, hot food bars and much more. Here are the most salient takeaways for independent natural products retailers to know: https://utm.io/uhPDk By: Melaina Juntti Thank you to Rick Stein (FMI)! #RetailFoodService #PreparedFoods #ConsumerTrends #GroceryInnovation #ConvenienceFoods #ShopperInsights #FoodServiceAtRetail #DeliPreparedFoods #NaturalProductsRetail #IndustryData

As food allergies continue to grow, foodservice operators must rise to the challenge of offering safe, allergy-friendly options that don’t compromise on flavor or affordability. That’s why Voyage created Nut-Free Spreads: ✅ Top 9 allergen-free ✅ Plant-based ✅ Cost-effective ✅ Utterly delicious Made with natural, high-quality ingredients, our roasted seed spreads are ideal for schools, restaurants, and foodservice establishments looking to provide safe, versatile, and crowd-pleasing menu options. Learn more about how we’re helping to make safe food delicious! #FoodAllergies #AllergyFriendly #paid https://lnkd.in/e3TzmBhZ

This is the Ozempic age, and it’s undeniable in media, in marketing and in the aisles of industry tradeshows. Indeed, the current and potential market impacts of GLP-1 drugs—and how weight loss supplements can play a role in the consumer journey—are among the hottest topics in the supplement industry. There are two main market opportunities: supporting the nutrition of those consumers who are taking GLP-1s, and providing a natural weight-loss supplement to replace the need for or provide follow-up maintenance after a pharmaceutical. Much is being covered about how to tap into this market opportunity, but there’s a dearth of data on what the drugs’ users are looking for during and after use of the drugs. Read on: https://utm.io/uhPbS By: Erika Rommel Craft #HealthTrends #GLP1Drugs #SupplementIndustry #NutritionSupport #PharmaAndSupplements #ConsumerHealth #MarketInsights #DietarySupplements #WeightManagement #NaturalAlternatives #HealthData #ConsumerTrends

For Michael Buechi, founder of Mike's Organic Curry Love Inc., a passion for high-quality food runs in his DNA. Buechi grew up visiting his grandparents’ farm in Northeast Switzerland and dreamed of one day becoming a farmer himself. He worked on a biodynamic farm after high school, a formative experience, but also a wake-up call to the harsh realities of farming. So, like any sensible food lover, he decided to pursue an apprenticeship to become a chef instead. For 20 years, Buechi had a storied career as a chef in high-end hotels in Switzerland and the U.S. However, his then-girlfriend, a woman from Thailand, introduced him to Thai food. During frequent trips to Thailand, Buechi immersed himself in the nuances of curry, often returning home to recreate the dishes for friends. Keep reading: https://utm.io/uhO85 By: Meredith Kaufman #FoodEntrepreneur #CulinaryJourney #FarmToTable #OrganicCurry #ThaiCuisine #SustainableFarming #ChefLife #CulinaryPassion #GlobalFlavors #FarmRoots #CulinaryInspiration #FoodInnovation #BiodynamicFarming #FoodLovers #CurryCreations