Snacking trends for 2025 continue to evolve. Long gone are the days when a snack’s main job was to satisfy hunger between meals. Depending on the consumer and the need, snacking is more than hunger satiating, it is an intentional …
Over the past decade, consumers have become more engaged with the benefit of positive nutrition (adding ingredients that support health conditions). Additionally, they are understanding the role of eating, physical activity and restful sleep for both immediate and long-term wellness. …
It is that time of year again when trend predictions are everywhere. My business identifies, writes and speaks about health, nutrition, food and agriculture trends. In 2025, we continue to navigate a complex global economy. As a result, this is …
It’s that time of year when we ramp up the planning for the holidays. And that includes what is on the baking schedule (or buying) for all our favourite Christmas treats. Gingerbread is a delicious baked good, filled with nostalgia, …
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From fall fruits to winter vegetables, it’s the time of year when the options are endless to enjoy autumn’s harvest. As we transition from longer, warmer days to shorter, cooler ones, the idea of cozy Sundays at home re-discovering delicious …
Who would have thought the seeds I watered in the terra-cotta Chia Pet as a kid are now must-haves in breads, baked good, pancake mixes, cereals, snack bars and even beverages? Chia is one of the seven seeds featured in …
As a health professional, hydration is not a new topic. It’s been a focus and part of the healthy lifestyle strategy for years. Now in 2024, hydration is a top trend among consumers. Innova Market Insights identifies hydration as number …
Since 2014, Jane and her team have been identifying, writing and speaking about agriculture, health, nutrition and food trends. Late last year, I created our 2024 trends forecast part one and part two. As we are almost half-way through 2024, …
My book, The Need for Seeds was published in 2016. Eight years later, seeds are gaining more and more traction for their amazing nutritional properties. People often ask me how to get started with seeds. From decreasing inflammation to promoting …