David Feder RDN

David Feder, RDN, has been a food, nutrition, and health journalist for more than 30 years. Following an undergraduate academic background in psychology and biblical archaeology, he shifted to nutrition science, becoming a registered dietitian while completing research and coursework toward a PhD in nutrition biochemistry at the University of Texas at Austin. During that period, he also taught food science and nutrition courses at the university and ran a private consulting practice. You may contact him at federd@bnpmedia.com.

Beverage innovations bring texture to tipping point

Hydrocolloids support mouthfeel goals in functional, reduced-sugar beverages

David Feder RDN

May 20, 2026

Consumer interest in functional and sugar-reduced beverages have formulators turning to hydrocolloids to ensure texture remains consistent.

a can of Wet Hydration Protein Water in the Kiwi Strawberry flavor.

Beverage-makers craft next generation of products targeting weight loss

GLP-1 usage, health-driven purchases among reasons consumers seek weight management products

David Feder RDN

December 22, 2025

The rise of GLP-1 usage along with other trends converging with obesity and obesity drugs, is prompting interest in weight management formulations within the beverage market.

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David Feder RDN

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Beverage innovations bring texture to tipping point

Beverage-makers craft next generation of products targeting weight loss

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