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Albany, GA — Consumption of lightly salted peanuts twice a day before meals led to weight loss, lowered blood pressure and improved fasting glucose levels, according to a recent study from the University of South Australia. The findings were recently…

Mintel Group Ltd.’s Marcia Mogelonsky, Ph.D. looks at how consumers define better-for-you confectionery and if they really want it. Washington — As consumers look to improve their eating habits, defining “better-for-you” confectionery has become more of a challenge. Does the…

Minneapolis — Sugar content remains a key influencer for America’s grocery shoppers, with 62 percent reporting they are likely to check the amount of sugar before purchasing a new product, according to a study on sweetener claim impact, sponsored by…

Washington — Sales of chocolate, non-chocolate, gum and mints grew 11.3 percent year-on-year to reach $30.3 billion during the 52 weeks ending July 10, according to data from Information Resources, Inc. (IRI). Growth is slowing a little, notes Anne-Marie Roerink…

The snacking and treating habits of millennials and Gen Z are shifting. The NPD Group, Inc.’s Darren Seifer discusses the importance of transitioning with them. Regardless of the industry, Gen Z and millennials should be focus areas for further understanding….

Plano, TX — The latest U.S. Trend Index from Frito-Lay, Inc. found that 90 percent of customers who snack daily care about the companies whose snacks they’re eating. Companies’ attention to sustainability practices, community impact around food access and treatment…

Arlington, VA — Americans have shifted their blame for grocery inflation away from the pandemic, concentrating more frustration on supply chain costs and constraints, according to research released by the Consumer Brands Association (CBA). The CBA/Ipsos poll also showed that a…

San Mateo, CA — Although consumers are faced with near-record inflation and looming recession concerns, they are still making plans for some fun this summer, according to the results of a survey by Shopkick, Inc. According to the rewards app…

Washington — “Once Upon A Time.” These four words combined are magical. They trigger memories of being read bedtime fairy tales and feeling safe and warm. From childhood on, we are wired to respond emotionally to storytelling. Yet, too often,…

Washington — When Ferrero Group purchased Nestle USA Inc.’s confectionery business in 2018, the company admits the brands had been neglected. While the non-chocolate range was folded into Ferrara Candy Co., Inc.’s portfolio, the chocolate brands — Butterfinger, Crunch, 100…

Teterboro, NJ — Exotic flavors and functional food are emerging trends for summer, according to Symrise Inc. (USA). The flavorings and food ingredients company reports that the spread of coronavirus brought the value of personal health into sharp focus, leading…

Washington — Confectionery sales surpassed $30 billion for the 52 weeks ending June 12, according to MULO data from Information Resources, Inc. (IRI). Up 11.7 percent versus year-ago data, total candy, mints and gum (CMG) sales reached $30.2 billion during…

Washington — The Hershey Co. recently participated in a study with Retail Dive, which explored the needs of retailers and the value of space for both retailers and consumers this week. Examining the importance of redesigning and discovering new spaces…