Two trends have dominated the food industry over the past year: clean label and functional health. But can the demand for ...

Do functional food and beverages represent an opportunity for manufacturers to improve their profit margins, or are the days of functional products already numbered? Euromonitor provides some answers.

The GCC’s heavy reliance on food imports—often 80–90 percent—shapes the cost structure of functional foods in profound ways. Imported base ingredients, imported bioactives, cold chain logistics, and ...

Functional foods are rich in nutrients and compounds that offer powerful health benefits and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Research shows functional foods can benefit your immune system, ...

Consumers are prioritizing wellness through everyday foods and drinks – ADM’s latest insights show how sensory cues like flavor and color are shaping the next wave of functional innovation Flavor and ...

Functional foods can be widely described as processed food that provides medical or health benefits as well as a reduction in disease risk. There is no universal definition of functional food, but in ...

The ‘better-for-you’ snack market is booming. But do the health claims live up to the marketing? To participate in the $2 trillion U.S. wellness market, you can sign up for a Pilates class, sip a ...

Brands are reformulating to create functional foods and beverages, catering to everything from gut health to improved sleep. So, how is the sector evolving to meet consumer demand? While HFSS ...

M&S ‘Brain Food’ range of fortified products launched in January. Credit: Marks and Spencer Do functional foods specifically targeted at brain or cognitive health deliver the benefits they claim and ...

Functional foods designed to promote relaxation, better sleep, and improved mood have exploded in popularity, and chocolate is increasingly the delivery method of choice. Calming confections featuring ...