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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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April 14, 2025 | Article

Can grocery delivery overcome consumer scrutiny in the age of inflation?

Grocery delivery has navigated a tumultuous journey since its heyday in 2020, enjoying significant investments while grappling with consumer expectations.…

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March 31, 2025 | Article

Report published: “Health & Wellness 2025”

“Vitality is more about the short burst, the performance of our immediate daily lives. It’s the 10 K race, right? But longevity, that's the marathon.…

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March 17, 2025 | Article

Dr. Bronner’s bold exit from B Corp

Long known for its unwavering commitment to environmental and social responsibility, Dr. Bronner’s announced that it will not renew its B Corp certification…

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February 20, 2025 | Article

Functional ferments: Talking gut health with Julie O’Brien, CEO of Firefly Kitchens

The gut health craze certainly isn’t new, but there is still a great deal of untapped potential for innovation — especially within the functional food…

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February 13, 2025 | Article

The democratization of premium indulgence

The notion that premium foods and beverages are reserved for a particular class of consumers has faded. Today’s shoppers increasingly seek indulgence…

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January 16, 2025 | Article

Ideas in Food 2025: Spotting what’s next in wellness

From the proliferation of GLP-1 medications to persistent scrutiny of UPFs, movements like “Make America Healthy Again” and the growing interest in…

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December 09, 2024 | Article

The comparison game: Redefining premium products

How would you define “premium” frozen pizza? Is it the toppings? The packaging? Is it from a local or regional chain? Now, if you asked your neighbor…

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December 02, 2024 | Article

Energy, immunity and the interconnected path to wellness

This time of year, it’s easy to lose sight of self-care amidst the holiday chaos. Between the long to-do lists, shortened daylight hours, and inevitable…

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November 20, 2024 | Article

Spontaneous vs. planned occasion insights

Picture this: you’re unpacking from your weekly grocery shop, making sure you didn’t miss anything — especially for your dinner party on Friday.…

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