REBBL, a plant-powered functional beverage brand, brings wellness and gut health to its portfolio with new no added sugar Wellness Elixir innovations: Tropical Greens and Berry Roots.

As plant-based beverages have grown elevenfold since the turn of the century, discussions have percolated regarding the use of the term milk. Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced draft recommendations for the industry on the naming of these products as well as recommendations on voluntary nutrient statements for their labeling.

PlantBaby announced its newest product launch: Mac Nut Kiki Milk, made exclusively with organic whole food ingredients and nourishing superfoods, like organic macadamia nuts, organic cashews and organic Brazil nuts, it says.

With consumers increasingly seeking functional drinks that support digestive and immune health, experts note that kombucha is thriving.

Danone North America, Broomfield, Colo., announced it will invest as much as $65 million during the next two years to create a new bottle production line in Jacksonville, Fla. The investment will support Danone North America’s long-term growth strategy and will deliver key benefits across the U.S. business, including advancing operational excellence, enabling flexibility in bottle design, accelerating the company's sustainability goals, and driving cost efficiencies, it notes.

Willa’s Oat Milk announced the release of its newly formulated Willa’s Oat M!lk Barista.

Honest to Goodness, a brand Danone North America, expanded beyond its line of plant-based offerings to introduce two new dairy creamers: Chantilly Cream and Sri Lankan Cinnamon Brown Sugar. 

Danone North America announced the launch of a new Silk Mocha Almond Creamer and So Delicious Dairy Free French Vanilla Coconutmilk Creamer.

Califia Farms, Los Angeles, expanded its line of dairy-free products with the launch of USDA certified Organic Oatmilk and Almondmilk. With just three ingredients ― purified water, sea salt, oats/almonds ― and no oils or gums, the brand designed the latest offerings to meet the needs of consumers seeking products with fewer ingredients, yet at an accessible price point, it says. 

Vitamin C has been known for its functional health benefits in energizing the body, boosting immunity, and providing structural support, such as helping to form cartilage, bone, and collagen. Vitamin C also has antioxidant properties protecting cells from damage caused by free radicals.