How functional food claims are regulated
What do companies need to do to ensure their claims are compliant in the EU?
Functional foods
How GLP-1 drugs are supercharging the age of precision nutrition
Could the era of precision nutrition turn the pharma-driven metabolism revolution into a food-based one?
Confectionery market to hit $278bn by 2032 as candy sales surge
The confectionery market is entering a new growth phase, driven by evolving consumer preferences, seasonal demand, and innovation in non-chocolate formats
Fibre powers next wave of functional nutrition
Fibre is no longer just a digestive aid, it’s a driving force in food innovation
Coca-Cola’s Power Water takes on PepsiCo’s Propel
Functional bottled water wars continue between US beverage goliaths
Functional beverage market to hit $250bn by 2030: Key trends driving growth
The functional drinks market is booming, with health and wellness powering growth
Top confectionery trends for 2026
Top trends driving innovation in confectionery include personalisation, premiumisation, and ultra-limited editions
PepsiCo: Prebiotics and sugar act separately in cola
Pepsi’s new beverage innovation contains prebiotic fibres
Top confectionery trends driving sales in 2025
From timeless favourites to viral treats, discover how price, innovation, and better-for-you options are reshaping the confectionery aisle
Top 5 functional confectionery ingredients
Functional confectionery is booming. Find out which ingredients are driving the trend
Food and beverage trends 2025: What’s hot and what’s not
Snacks are surging, alcohol is slipping, and flavour is king. Discover the biggest consumer shifts in food and drink in 2025
Top 5 food trends for Autumn/Winter 2025
Bold flavours, indulgence, flexitarianism, and wellness are reshaping consumer demand as 2025 draws to a close
Functional coffee market surges to $4.5bn
Functional coffee market growing fast as clean label and consumer wellness trends drive demand
Top 5 confectionery trends for Autumn/Winter 2025
Functional benefits, luxe indulgence, bold flavours, and festive flair set to dominate confectionery
Why creatine is the hottest ingredient in functional food and beverage
With a projected CAGR of 25.2%, creatine is a breakout ingredient in functional food and beverage
Gut health market to hit $270bn by 2034 as trend dominates F&B
Gut health market shows no signs of slowing as consumer interest proves unstoppable
Could anti-ageing discovery boost B3 fortification in F&B?
Vitamin B3 linked with the holy grail of benefits - anti-ageing
Electrolytes become must-have for fitness fanatics
Electrolytes take on protein as essential aid to sporting success
Alcohol sales strong despite consumption crash
Alcohol sales are are on the up while consumption continues to drop. What’s causing this unusual trend?
Food industry scrambles to respond to GLP-1 craze
The drugs have already been predicted to change the way we eat
Beans blast their way into the health food space
How this humble legume is winning in the health and sustainability stakes
Meal replacement sector set to hit €19.17bn by 2030
The fast-growing category is booming as multiple trends collide to support its success
Flavoured alt milks drive sector growth
Plant-based milks get a flavourful makeover as rising consumer interest in dairy alternatives fuels innovation
Consumer spending trends dominating 2025
The cost-of-living crisis continues to strain household budgets, leading consumers to think carefully before spending. So where are they willing to invest?
Super juice success taking functional beverages to new heights
Sales of super juices are booming as functional drinks dominate the beverage market
Matcha trend sends sales skyrocketing but threatens supply
Fashion, flavour and potential health benefits have boosted global demand for matcha. Can supply keep up?
What’s next for unstoppable ‘food as medicine’ trend?
‘Food as medicine’ is big and growing fast. But what’s next for this major player in food and beverage?
Top 7 immune-boosting ingredients consumers search for
The ‘food as medicine’ trend is powering sales of foods and beverages with immune-boosting ingredients. We take a look at the top seven most in-demand immunity boosters
Personalised meals brand Field Doctor bags seven-figure investment
The brand hopes to use the cash to expand and move into the B2B sector
Latest Nestlé news
Up to the minute updates from the Swiss food and beverage giant
Top 6 anti-inflammatory ingredients consumers want
Anti-inflammatory ingredients sales are rising as multiple diets make them a must-have for consumers. We take a look at the top six
Could probiotics cut cancer risk?
Probiotics are proving they’re more than just a buzzword as positive health claims grow. But, what opportunities does this create for the food and beverage industry?
Top 5 functional health & wellness ingredients
The health and wellness trend is dominating food and beverage, driving demand for ingredients that feed into the hype. We take a look at the top five
CBD-infused beverage sales to skyrocket
CBD-infused beverage industry entering period of strong growth. What NPD opportunities does this create?
Has gum lost its chew?
NGOs and grassroots organisations deliver an open letter to the UK government, calling for a ban on plastic chewing gum
MOA Foodtech secures €14.8m to make ingredients using AI
Millions of euros have been committed to the Spanish-headquartered food tech firm to bolster its development of ingredients through AI and biotech
4 ways alt materials start-ups are shaking up functional food
A range of start-ups are focusing on ensuring the ingredients they develop have functional benefits
Women’s health: Food and drink isn’t meeting the consumer’s needs
Female health food and drink is evolving quickly, but the sector still isn’t tapping into the category needs as much as it should. Feel founder Boris Hokadel talks tech and opportunity
Turmeric-infused product sales set to surge as muscle-recovery properties bolster appeal
Popular functional ingredient, turmeric, has revealed another string to its bow - muscle recovery. With sales of the colourful spice set to rise as a result, we discover the F&B NPD opportunities this creates.
‘Laborious’ and ‘costly’ EFSA food approval systems under fire
A cohort of speciality food ingredients businesses have thrown EFSA under the bus in a damning appraisal of the organisation’s novel food approval systems
Gut health: What consumers want in 2025
Gut health is one of the biggest trends in food and beverage. We look at the gut-friendly foods and beverages set to dominate sales this year.
Why ‘superfood’ Chlorella could support food security and boost innovation
Food security is under threat from climate change and a growing global population. But scientists believe freshwater alga Chlorella could be a planet-friendly solution.
Lion’s mane: 6 things F&B manufacturers need to know
Lion’s mane is fast becoming the must-have functional ingredient. Here are the top facts food and beverage manufacturers need to know about this popular mushroom.
Lion’s mane links to nerve repair solidify ‘superfood’ status
With links to improved cognitive function, weight loss and now nerve repair, lion’s mane is fast becoming a must-have functional ingredient.
Global food regulation storm brewing, but opportunities exist
Food and drink is set to face the highest levels of disruption and disharmony due to fractious global regulatory changes.
GLP-1: Chasing the food industry’s satiety Holy Grail
Satiety is the Holy Grail of many health trends, promised by both GLP-1 drugs and some foods alike. How is it achieved?
Why ‘food as medicine’ will dominate 2025
Growth of the ‘food as medicine’ trend is having a major impact on food and beverage, with 2025 set to take its success to a whole new level.
Why the EU still restricts ‘probiotics’ claims
A recent ruling confirms the EU’s stance on the use of the word ‘probiotics’ on packaging. Why is the term still restricted?
Will latest fish oil discovery boost fortification trend?
Fish oils have been linked to improved muscle strength. What does this mean for the food industry and what NPD opportunities does it create?
EU-wide ban on aloe vera preparations in food overturned
A three-and-a-half year legal war, fought by the supplement and natural food sectors, has resulted in a damaging ruling being overturned.