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🍽️ This article on what Ozempic users are eating highlights frozen foods, but let's look deeper. Ozempic alone doesn’t change eating habits—that needs professional intervention and dietetics counseling. Access to healthful prepared foods can ease diet transitions with minimal stress. Supporting these users with better options is key! Follow Culinary Tides, Inc. for more insights. 🌱🍲 #FoodTrends #HealthfulEating #OzempicDiet Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZmWGXZv

GLP-1 Support Menu introduced by Smoothie King (SKFI) in partnership with a #dietitian. Menu items feature high-protein smoothies (20g+), zero grams of added sugar, and "rich" in fiber. Now let's decode the marketing here: -No Added Sugar: Does not mean that there is no sugar, it is just as it says, no added sugar. Since fruit and fruit concentrates typically used by smoothie chains already naturally contain sugar, this does not qualify as added sugar. My guess is there's at least 5 tsp or 20 gram of sugar in one of these drinks. -Rich in fiber: The FDA qualifies this as "high" or an "excellent source," and means it contains at least 20% or more of the Daily Value. Since the DRI per day is 25-30g, a smoothie with this claim would need to have at least 5g of fiber. This is hard to accomplish with a juice concentrate, so I'm guessing these smoothies include at least 1 form of whole fresh fruit. -High Protein: Well, this is where the bang for the buck is in the marketing. People are nuts about protein and likely beyond this claim, nobody cares what other nutritional attributes ...they're just "noise" (or a layered on health halo). Albeit, I'll probably visit a Smoothie King this week just to check it out and try one. What about you?

It can be helpful to have ideas of high-protein foods for picky eaters to add to their meals and snacks. Here are some ideas to share. #pickyeater #protein #athlete https://lnkd.in/gcbr8YrP

The rise of GLP-1 medications is making waves across the food and beverage landscape, and confectioners are feeling the impact. 🍬 GLP-1 is reshaping consumer habits, particularly in categories like indulgent treats. As more consumers on these medications report reduced cravings for sweets, brands are challenged to adapt their offerings to align with changing preferences. One opportunity lies in crafting products that deliver indulgence while also offering functional benefits—like improved gut health, blood sugar management, or added fiber. Ingredients like COMET's Arrabina® prebiotic fiber can help brands stay ahead by balancing delicious taste with health-focused functionality. Is your brand ready to meet this shift? Read more about it in this article from NutraIngredients:  https://bit.ly/4eJUSKG #functionalingredients #consumerbehavior #weightloss #ozempic Natasha Spencer-Jolliffe

Functional Food Innovation at Wise Bites EAT WELL. LIVE WELL. At Wise Bites, we’ve been crafting something extraordinary for months—and we’re thrilled to invite you to join us on this exciting journey to the “Savoury Snack Side.” Our goal is to create a single-serve snack that combines convenience, portion control, and outstanding nutrition, perfect for those seeking on-the-go options. This innovation is designed with wellness in mind, delivering a high source of protein, fiber, and vitamin D—supporting calcium absorption and bone health. Not only is it nutritious, but it’s also lower in carbs and packed with unique, trend-forward flavors. While the final product will launch at the end of Q1, 2025, we’re ready to share a sneak peek! Starting this December, we’ll be sending out samples to a select group of taste testers. Now is your chance to get involved and help shape the future of functional snacks! Here’s how to participate: 1️⃣ Comment below with “I want to be a Taste Tester!” 2️⃣ On November 28th, 2024, we’ll randomly select participants. 3️⃣ If chosen, we’ll direct message you to collect your mailing address. Your prototype package will arrive in early December, complete with nutritional information and allergen-free assurances (Free from the Top 11 allergens). Please note that proprietary ingredients won’t be listed, as this is an exclusive sneak preview. We can’t wait to hear your feedback and bring you along on this innovative journey. Join us and be among the first to taste the future of functional foods! #HealthierYou #FeelGoodSnacks

Thinking about this not as #foodasmedicine but medicine PLUS food... As #GLP1s take hold w more #healthconsumers, Nestlé is launching a new line of frozen food products targeted to patients using the #GLP1 agonists, to be launched in the fourth quarter of 2024. It's named Vital Pursuit. The preliminary plan is to offer 12 SKUs each priced at $4.99 retail. Think: bowls with whole grains or protein pasta, sandwich melts, etc. The company has decades of experience marketing #LeanCuisine to people focusing on weight management, already using the phrase, "your partner in #weightloss" on the GoodNes.com website -- which also features health-focused bowls and pizzas. #retailhealth #foodismedicine #obestiy #diabetes #metabolicsyndrome #weightmanagement #healthyeating #grocery #selfcare https://lnkd.in/epginYbj

It's hot out there! (At least for most folks reading this post) Make the most of your hydration with a delicious, cost effective and wholesome homemade electrolyte drink. Check out my roundup of recipes and tips on my blog: https://lnkd.in/gUVHrcZz. #staycool #hydrate #nutritiontips #registereddietitianapproved #RDN

Is #redwine the new superfood #supplement? Research shows #wine AND even its #alchohol content in small amounts (4oz per day) may indeed be one of the most potent #medicine of long life and health. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ejHVFncC

Gone is yesterday’s one-size-fits-all strategy for health and eating. 🔽 Read about it here 🔽 https://ow.ly/aZtK50PZIUI #dairy #dairyindustry #foodindustry #foodmanufacturing

FoodNavigator-USA's next editorial webinar on healthy snacks is just a week away. Have you registered yet? In this webinar moderated by yours truly, a panel of leading snack experts and brand founders will explore the state of the snack market, the impact GLP-1 drugs are having on the space and how brands are meeting the demand for nutrient-dense, convenient — and most importantly — tasty foods. I'll be joined by an amazing panel of experts, including Sherry Frey, Melissa Dolan, Marc Washington, Peter Grant Barrick, and Samil Ozavar. I hope you will join us for this great conversation! #FoodandBeverageIndustry #Snacks #HealthySnacks #Webinar #functionalfoods #healthyeating #FoodNavigator