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Weight-management motivated by health, not cosmetics

December 21, 2020

As consumers “take control of their weight,” beverage-makers are employing a diverse group of ingredients such as functional offerings and new age sweeteners.

WW releases ready-to-drink coffees

Canned lattes available direct-to-consumer

September 14, 2020

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New York-based WW International Inc. announced the launch of its new ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee, which now is available online at the WW Shop and in WW Studios in mid-October.

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Fiber, probiotics see expanding beverage applications

Consumers look to gut-health ingredients to boost wellness

Sarah Graybill

June 4, 2020

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As consumers are increasingly aware of the benefits of fiber-rich diets, along with being concerned about the prevalence of nutritional deficiencies, the demand for functional beverages has grown. Dietary fiber has become a large part of this category because of its potential to support digestion, immunity and more. Additionally, prebiotics, probiotics and postbiotics are prompting growing functional food and beverage formulations using these as ingredients.

CP Kelco launches NUTRAVA Citrus Fiber

Ingredient inspired by clean-label trends

January 24, 2020

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NUTRAVA Citrus Fiber is a clean-label ingredient that is sustainably sourced, produced from intact citrus peels, and does not require an e-number in Europe.

Applied Food Sciences debuts protein extract from green coffee beans

CoffeeProtein provides phytonutrients like antioxidants, fiber

January 22, 2020

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CoffeeProtein features a smooth texture and excellent mixability so it can be incorporated into a wide variety of applications.

Harmless Harvest Protein & Coconut

October 9, 2019

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Harmless Harvest announced the launch of Protein & Coconut, a new line of plant-based snack drinks.

KeVita Sparkling Probiotic Drinks - Beverage Industry

Fiber, probiotics boost functional beverage category

Consumers realize the health benefits of digestive ingredients

Taylor Karg

May 7, 2019

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The demand for beverages containing fiber, probiotics and prebiotics continues to rise as consumers “go with their gut” to improve health and well-being.

fairlife smart snacks

November 20, 2018

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fairlife LLC, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., launched fairlife smart snacks, a collection of snack-sized beverages designed to curb hunger in between meals, the company says.

BENEO receives FDA certification for fiber ingredients

Orafti chicory root classified as dietary fiber

June 15, 2018

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Beneo-Orafti SA, a subsidiary of Südzucker Group, Germany, announced it has officially received FDA approval for two of its dietary fibers: Orafti Inulin and Oligofructose.

Fiber, probiotics add functional benefits to beverages

Probiotics projected to rise more than 7 percent annually through 2020

Barbara Harfmann

May 8, 2018

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The demand for products containing fiber, prebiotics, probiotics and “good” bacteria is on the rise as functional beverages to combat illnesses and improve consumers’ overall health have moved from niche products in specialty stores to mass retail and grocery store chains.