U.S. consumers believe organic means healthier
Research from Mintel shows that Americans appear confused about the benefits of organics, with many perceiving the organic products as healthier options than non-organic counterparts. IFT Daily News
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Report says consumers drawn to seafood, vegetarian meals
Consumers believe seafood, vegetarian, and vegan entrees are more healthful than those containing beef, pork, chicken, or turkey, according to Technomic’s new Center of the Plate: Seafood & Vegetarian Consumer … Continue Reading →
U.S. consumers’ love for hot sauce is on fire
According to the NPD Group, a global information company, 56% of U.S. households have hot sauce on hand in their kitchens. IFT Daily News
Consumers’ intent, actual purchase differs
Consumers continue to say they avoid specific ingredients, but purchase data shows otherwise, according to the 2015 Sweetener360, an annual research study completed in part by Nielsen and Mintel Consulting … Continue Reading →
Scientists, consumers differ on their views of science in food
A new Pew Research Center survey of citizens and a representative sample of scientists connected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) reveals crosscurrents that both recognize … Continue Reading →
Consumers desire menu transparency
Research by Technomic shows that most consumers want restaurants to be more transparent about menu-item ingredients, and two in five consumers are growing concerned about food additives. IFT Daily News
Consumers fight winter blues with healthy food
Winter is approaching which suggests the onset of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of winter depression that is linked to reduced exposure to sunlight during shorter days of the … Continue Reading →
Survey: U.S. consumers want new sides, desserts this Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, some dishes are going to look and taste a little different—except the turkey, according to a new survey from McCormick & Co. IFT Daily News
American consumers will spend more on responsibly produced food
On average, Americans are willing to spend 31% more per week on grocery food produced in ways that uphold the principles of corporate social responsibility (CSR), according to the Conscious … Continue Reading →
Private label expected to grow as consumers seek affordable, healthy food
To address consumer concerns surrounding wellness and nutrition with more affordable healthy food options, manufacturers and retailers have built private label brands. IFT Daily News