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Consumers seek immunity-boosting foods in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Innova Market Insights includes immune health in Top Trends for 2021.

December 9, 2020

Innova Market Insights says health and immunity will remain “top of mind” for consumers as concerns over COVID-19 extend into next year.

‘Age-defying’ chocolate esthechoc wins endorsement from TV urologist

Esthechoc’s cocoa polyphenols said to help boost circulation, blood oxygenation.

Alyse Thompson

January 24, 2018

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Esthechoc, dark chocolate designed to slow the aging process, has been endorsed by Jennifer Berman, a urologist, sexual health expert and author appearing on the television show “The Doctors.”

KIND bars can once again display "healthy" on its packaging

FDA reverses ruling, allows KIND to label bars ‘healthy’

Company says ruling highlights the inconsistency in FDA's regulation on how the label can be used.

Abigail Watt

May 11, 2016

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A year ago, the FDA issued a warning letter to KIND requesting the removal of the word "healthy" from the back panel of four KIND wrappers and its website.

Report: Consumer health concerns challenge sweet baked good market

New report by Packaged Facts highlights consumers' desires for healthier snacks.

Abigail Watt

February 3, 2016

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Increasingly, consumers are looking for more nutritious indulgences. They want the proverbial "better for you" treats that still taste good, says Packaged Facts' new report, "Sweet Baked Goods: U.S. Market Trends."

Should the FDA redefine ‘Healthy’?

KIND asks FDA to update Its "Healthy" definition.

Crystal Lindell

December 9, 2015

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KIND is publicly urging the FDA to update its regulations around the term healthy when used as a nutrient content claim in food labeling.

Carmit Candy Industries launches new line of fortified confections

New candies provide health benefits like vitamin D, calcium and glucomannan for weight management.

Jorona Johnson

February 27, 2013

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Carmit Candy Industries claims its latest treats can help you lose weight, boost your immune system and even promote bone health. In a push to appeal more to health-conscious consumers, the company has launched a line of fortified confections to address specific health concerns.

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Kind Healthy Snacks, New York City

February 8, 2013

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Kind Healthy Snacks are made with all natural ingredients, feature lots of fiber and protein, but also taste delicious.

Rainbow of controversy?

Food colors at forefront of debate, insects create hidden allergens

Kawther Albader

June 14, 2012

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M&M’sand Smarties would be virtually unrecognizable without it, and sans this one tiny aspect of candy, you wouldn’t be able to tell what flavor gummy bear or jelly bean you just popped into your mouth.

Snack on this: energy, nutrition bars sales surging

Martin Kim

March 1, 2012

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Growth in demand for healthy snacking pushes manufacturers to target energy and nutrition bars at the health-conscious consumer.

All-natural complexity

Martin Kim

March 1, 2012

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Consumer demand drives manufacturers to diversify all-natural offerings, with an emphasis on gourmet.

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Items Tagged with 'health'

ARTICLES

Consumers seek immunity-boosting foods in light of COVID-19 pandemic

‘Age-defying’ chocolate esthechoc wins endorsement from TV urologist

FDA reverses ruling, allows KIND to label bars ‘healthy’

Report: Consumer health concerns challenge sweet baked good market

Should the FDA redefine ‘Healthy’?

Carmit Candy Industries launches new line of fortified confections

KIND Bars

Rainbow of controversy?

Snack on this: energy, nutrition bars sales surging

All-natural complexity

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