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🌱 Are You Making the Best Food Choices? 🥪 At WISEcode, we believe in the power of transparency when it comes to food. In our latest article, we take a closer look at the beloved snack, Uncrustables, to uncover the hidden ingredients. ⚠️ Do you know what’s really in your favorite snacks? 💡 Learn how processed ingredients can impact your health and why it's more important than ever to decode the foods you consume. WISEcode’s advanced tools help you identify potentially harmful ingredients, empowering you to make smarter, healthier choices. From ultra-processed foods to hidden seed oils, we’ve got you covered. Ready to take control of your food choices? 🔗 Read the full article here and learn how to navigate the world of processed foods with confidence. https://buff.ly/3OE5yyY #WISEcode #FoodTransparency #HealthyEating #CleanEating #ProcessedFoods #DecodeYourFood

In our work studying consumer perceptions around #cleaneating and the struggles of doing so in a fast-paced world, we've found there’s an increasing destigmatization around frozen foods and a growing acceptance for the important role they can play.   During a recent conversation with Anjali Prasertong, MPH, registered dietician and author of the Antiracist Dietician newsletter, we explored the growing recognition of the benefits frozen foods can provide, even to those closely following clean eating principles.   As Anjali explained, “Frozen foods can be really healthy. It doesn't have to be the Michael Pollan ideal of only the freshest fresh-picked produce.” Frozen items can fuse convenience, value, and nutrition, and make clean eating more accessible. Frozen options can reduce food spoilage and waste, offer year-round produce choices that mitigate seasonality, and are often more nutrient-dense than fresh.   Outside of produce, we've also taken notice of more globally-inspired, premium options appearing in the freezer section such as Laoban Dumplings, modern Chinese dumplings, or Balkan Bites, Southeast European comfort foods. The frozen format makes food available to us across multiple dimensions, from a world of new flavors to greater ease of preparation.   Upland studies disruption every day, across a range of categories, as we map the future of our evolving #foodandbeverage landscape. We will continue to track continued innovation within the frozen aisle in our work. Reach out to learn more about how we help! #innovation #cpg #brandbuilding #futuremapping

#1 Thing Wrong in Food This Week  WK Kellogg CEO Gary Pilnick's statement Encouraging American families to eat cereal for DINNER as a solution when under pressure. Americans shouldn't be eating cereal in the first place, then to encourage multiple occasions a day? UGH. For all Americans, food prices have been more and more of a challenge. With food prices increasing 30% in just the last 4 years and the need to work multiple jobs to make ends meet, I understand the need for convenience and affordability in food. Access to eggs, rice and beans are nearly universal across the US. While access to fresh fruits and vegetables may not be available in food deserts, nobody should be getting their vitamins from sprayed chemical and glyphosate ridden, sugar-laced GMO grain. These cereals destroy your microbiome (while I am one to indulge in a bowl a few times a year), the lobbying dollars (along with the milk industry) have skewed our country's perception of what the most important meal of the day means. It goes beyond physical health. It is essential for our country's mental and emotional health to eat better. Fortune 500 CEOs in food should be encouraging everyone to start with protein, fiber and healthy fats to start and end their days, and offer more whole food, affordable solutions. https://lnkd.in/eVHnh2pr

🍃 Prime Planet Tostones: Your Healthy Snacking Solution We believe snacking should be both delicious and nutritious. That’s why our Tostones are made from the freshest green plantains, creating the perfect blend of flavor and crunch in every bite. Whether you prefer the classic Original or the zesty Lime, our chips are gluten-free, vegan, and packed with real ingredients that you can feel good about. Our commitment to quality and taste is reflected in every bag of Tostones we produce. We cater to consumers who want more from their snacks—those seeking healthier options without sacrificing flavor. As a growing brand in the health-conscious market, we are proud to offer products that align with today’s dietary trends while maintaining the authenticity of Latin flavors. 🌐 Learn more about our B2B opportunities and become a distributor today at primeplanet.net. #HealthySnacks #PrimePlanet #VeganChips #PlantainSnacks #B2BOpportunities

Seriously, WTH 🤯. Chips as a side dish. Pretzel as ingredients. More salty snacks during mealtime. Cereal for dinner. These are the suggestions from PepsiCo and Kellogg's CEOs as they aim to increase sales of their products. It's sad to hear these powerful figures promoting such terrible eating habits, disconnected with reality. It makes me feel blessed to work with brands that want to make a positive impact on our society, not only through their products, but by promoting healthier lifestyle choices. This space is not easy. Especially for emerging "better for you" brands that aim to scale and compete with giants producing cheap, ultraprocessed empty calorie foods. Let's continue to support brands that align with our values, use wholesome and nutritious ingredients, and encourage others to make better, informed decisions about their diet and health. https://lnkd.in/gRVgesp8 https://lnkd.in/gQVf9t4M --- #productdevelopment #cpgbrands #emergingbrands #cleanlabel #betterhabits #eatwell #labeling #nutrition #compliance #eatclean

What would you prefer – A longer shelf life for your food, or a longer life for yourself? We’re living busy lives, we are always on the go. So, off-the-shelf quick foods seem like our savior. The convenience has overpowered so much that these days processed foods provide 25-60% of a person’s daily energy intake. Imagine: Breads, Instant noodles, Packaged drinks, Breakfast cereals, and Ready to cook frozen meals. These might be saving us time in the short run. But, it’s a shortcut to an unhealthy future :) Stop and think what are we putting into our body – Sugar, sodium, saturated fat, preservatives - All in high quantities. Studies have shown that 4+ servings of these processed foods daily increases overall death rate by 18% per serving💀 And here’s my question – Wouldn’t you rather spend an extra 30 mins a day in the kitchen if that meant a longer, healthier life? There are so many healthier - lower shelf-life - foods to try instead: ☑️Roti, daal and veggies ☑️Vegetable soup ☑️ Freshly cut fruits  ☑️Fresh fish or chicken dishes ☑️Porridge, poha, upma ☑️Veggie omelettes ☑️Yogurt Your naani was right when she said fresh foods were the best foods. Listen to her, and you’ll hopefully be able to pass on the message to your own grandkids!❤️ PS: If the ingredients list on a food item sounds like they belong in a science lab, not your kitchen, that’s probably a red flag!🚩 PPS: Also be mindful of how your meat, fruits and dairy products are sourced. Look for organic and ethically-sourced alternatives. #HealthyEating #HealthAndWellness #Fitness #HealthyLife #Wellness

Meet Chia Smash – Lunr's newest portfolio company that is jam-packed with goodness.. minus the jam! 🍓🫐 Fun fact: The FDA requires spreads with 55%+ sugar to be classified as a 'jam', 'jelly', or 'preserve'. That's why Chia Smash isn't technically a "jam" - it's way too healthy! With less than half the sugar of traditional preserves, the Chia Smash team is redefining the category. Their fruit spreads are superfood-packed, featuring real fruit, chia seeds, and natural date sweetness. Perfect for keto and paleo diets, with no added sugars or preservatives. Available in jars and convenient squeeze pouches, Chia Smash makes healthy snacking easy. Spread it, squeeze it, or add it to your favorite recipes for a nutritious boost! #cpg #retail #nondilutivefinancing

We have introduced a little secret tool which will help you lose weight by eating more. No it's not a gimmick, in fact it's based on many sound scientific research. We're calling it FOOD ZONES! So basically, we have categorised 12 lakh food items into 4 different zones based on their calorie and nutrient density. (We'll add few more lakhs foods in coming months) Here's what you can expect: -Your plate will be full of nutrient-rich foods with plenty of vegetables, fruits, soups, salads and more modest portion of important foods such as lower fat dairy products and meats if you are non-vegetarian). No food is off the limit. We never ask you to ban any food groups. - You don't have to sacrifice your taste. You can learn how to fit your favourite foods into your daily meals. - Focus on thinking positively about what you can eat. There's no good food, bad food. 96% of our users say that adopting food zones makes them feeling full and eat more foods while cutting calories without starving. So if you hated starving yourself during weight loss? Let's change that. Now you can eat more and still lose weight! Try the app and adopt eating from right food zones.

Natural and caloric sweeteners soar as US consumers seek clear health guidance, flags survey. 🍯 A recent survey on low and no-calorie sweeteners (LNCS) revealed that one-third of consumers adjusted their consumption habits between April 2023 and April 2024. Within this group, 10% reported an increase in LNCS usage, and 6% indicated they had recently started using them. Despite this shift, U.S. consumers continue to show a strong preference for caloric sweeteners, with honey and brown sugar being the most popular choices. The survey, conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC), aimed to assess consumer perceptions and preferences regarding sweeteners in food and beverage applications. Do you think the trend toward healthier eating will continue to grow? 🤔 Read more below...

The 50/50 principle is gaining popularity everywhere and we embrace it through our communications and recipes. It’s all about combining traditional ingredients with plant-based alternatives to boost nutrition, cut costs, and reduce your climate impact. You’ve probably heard of mixing ground beef with legumes, but did you know you can do the same with dairy? Try blending plant-based creams or cheeses into your dishes for a greener kitchen and without compromising on the end result or quality. Just like this Cabbage Dolme. It can be made 50/50 or 100% plant-based, and we've got the recipes for both! 😊 We spoke with Martin and Servera all about the 50/50 principles, read more here - https://lnkd.in/enD8vFsY