4/16/2021
Hain Celestial has sold its Dream and WestSoy alt-dairy milk brands for $33 million to SunOpta, which has been co-manufacturing both brands for several years. "We considered this business to be non-core within our North American business," said Mark Schiller, Hain Celestial CEO, while SunOpta CEO Joe Ennen said the deal will help the company meet growing demand for shelf-stable, plant-based milks.
4/13/2021
JOI is planning to advance its mission to offer plant-based milk consumers a more sustainable option by releasing a zero-waste product that uses 100% compostable packaging, said CEO Hector Gutierrez. JOI -- which stands for just one ingredient -- is packaged as a plant-based, shelf-stable milk concentrate, and the brand increased sales 600% in 2020, Gutierrez added.
7/9/2021
Roar Organic sets itself apart from other brands with its plant-based, low-sugar and fruit-forward formulation, said CEO Alex Galindez. Roar has shifted its brand identity away from the sports category after learning a vast majority of its consumers use Roar as an all-day alternative to water due to its vitamin-rich content -- a shift that has made the brand more appealing to retail accounts, said Galindez.
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Food and beverage manufacturers should focus on health-forward options to capitalize on the future of food trends.
4/9/2021
After adopting a plant-based diet for his health, chef David Lee decided to open a plant-based restaurant, Planta, which has grown to six locations in North America. Lee uses special techniques and ingredients such as soy sauce, nutritional yeast and mushroom cream to create flavorful vegan dishes that attract diners who may not be accustomed to plant-based eating.
7/8/2021
Preservative suppliers are meeting consumers' interest in killing germs and using personal care and home care products with natural ingredients by integrating natural extracts, plant-based and other "clean" ingredients without compromising on consumer safety and wellbeing. "I expect to see the adoption of alternative approaches to traditional preservation continue to grow as it was pre-pandemic with a stronger focus on preservation efficacy emerging," said Lisa Gandolfi as the beauty and personal care industry was already under scrutiny before the pandemic.
7/8/2021
Beans and legumes are great plant-based protein sources that are also high in fiber and low in sodium and cholesterol, says registered dietitian Nicole Hopsecger. Hopsecger also recommends wild salmon that has a lot of anti-inflammatory fats; eggs that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins and choline; and Greek yogurt that has probiotics, calcium and vitamin D.
4/15/2021
People usually turn to meat, poultry or fish for protein as they have all the essential amino acids that the body requires, but registered dietitian Carolyn Williams said there are also legumes and plants that could replace them as excellent protein sources, like lentils and edamame. Other protein-rich foods include lima beans, black beans, peanut butter, quinoa, green peas and almonds.
7/8/2021
A study in the journal Cardiovascular Research found that consuming less salt and animal proteins and consuming more plant-based foods could help decrease the risk of heart disease. The researchers also found that drinking three cups of tea or coffee per day, as well as eating small amounts of cheese and yogurt, was linked with a reduced heart disease risk, while drinking soft drinks and diet drinks was linked to an increased risk.
4/7/2021
Companies are developing a range of plant-based foods, from plant-based meat to plant-based milk, as consumer demand shifts to healthier products. "The ever-increasing demand for foods that are plant-based, better-for-you and better-for-the-planet opens the door to endless possibilities for innovation," said Dave Anderson, creator of Beyond Meat.
