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Behind-the-scenes of “Health & Wellness 2025”

Vitality and longevity have emerged as twin objectives in today’s wellness culture. As average lifespans increase and wellness ideals evolve, the focus…

Health & Wellness 2025: The Interplay of Vitality and Longevity

As wellness takes on an increasingly diverse meaning, consumers seek more than just immediate benefits: they aspire for better quality of life for a longer…

Value in an Environment of Uncertainty

While the staggering inflation of 2021-2022 has slowed, food prices remain high. The impacts of global trade tariffs are looming. And feelings of uncertainty…

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June 15, 2021 | Article

Beverage as Snack: The Expanding Role of Beverages in Everyday Life

The Beverage Landscape Continues to Evolve in Step With Changing Consumer Needs. Consumer expectations for beverages to “do more” —…

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June 10, 2021 | Infographic

FMI’s U.S. Grocery Shopper 2021 Trends Report Key Finding No. 2

Key finding no. 2: Shopping well now gives more emphasis on “being well,” including not just health and safety but also recreation and leisure.   For…

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June 08, 2021 | Article

Organics Are Hot — Pandemic Fuels Ongoing Consumer Demand

The Popularity of Organics Peaks Despite Interest in Distinctions That Go Beyond. Riding a growth curve that has been continuous for years and echoing…

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June 03, 2021 | Infographic

FMI’s U.S. Grocery Shopper 2021 Trends Report Key Finding No. 1

Key finding no. 1: Online grocery shopping grew dramatically, led by non-food grocery channels.   For the past four decades, FMI—The Food…

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July 01, 2021 | Report

Health & Wellness Across the Globe

“Health & Wellness Across the Globe” report extends Hartman Group’s Health and Wellness expertise to provide in-depth analysis and thought-provoking…

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June 01, 2021 | Article

Scrutiny of Plant-Based Ingredients and Labeling an Ongoing Consumer Priority

The Pandemic Has Fueled Both Interest in and Scrutiny of Plant-Based Products The rise in interest among both consumers and the food and beverage community…

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May 27, 2021 | Infographic

Organic and Related Distinctions: Consumers’ Perceptions of GMOs

Natural and organic are part of a broader set of distinctions and callouts that signal to consumers the convergence of health and wellness, quality, and—increasingly—sustainability.   While…

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May 20, 2021 | Infographic

Health & Wellness Trend Spotlight: Households with Pets

Pets are an increasingly prominent part of American households and have become an important part of household health and wellness. Many health and wellness…

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