Everyone knows becoming a mom means taking on a whole host of responsibilities, but it also evokes a shift in attitudes, such as increased emphasis safety, value and nutrition of everyday purchases. And when it comes to feeding children, 51% of moms are concerned about food ...More
NMI's Health and Wellness Trends Survey provides insight into consumer motivations for weight loss, as well as the strategies and tactics that are currently being used. ...More
The majority of Americans have some awareness of plant biotechnology and almost 40 percent are favorable toward the use of biotechnology in food production. ...More
Largely fueled by convenience and time restraints, the demand for microwaveable foods continues to grow, according to a new report from Global Industry Analysts, Inc. (GIA). ...More
The World Health Organization (WHO) published a guidance to set recommendations on the marketing of food and non-alcoholic beverages to children. ...More
The National Restaurant Association announced Applebee's and Chick-fil-A joined Kids LiveWell program that helps parents and kids make more healthful menu selections when eating out. Since the initiative launched in July 2011, participation has quadrupled to 96 restaurant ...More
If you had any doubt about America’s love for ice cream, think again. U.S. retail and foodservice sales of ice cream and frozen desserts topped 25.1 billion in 2011, up 2.4% over the previous year, according to a new report from Packaged Facts. Sales are expected to reach ...More
The number of U.S. consumers using private-label food and beverage products continues to rise with 27% of Americans choosing to purchase private-label products in 2011 compared to only 18% in 2000. While that is good news for some, a new report from the NPD Group warns ...More
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