Brenda Maugeri 
Choosing Your Ice Cream Innovation Team Summer is in full swing and with cities lifting their lockdown procedures, we’re on track for a “normal” season. When you take a trip down the nostalgic summer lane, you probably think of swimming, sun, and a frozen treat to end the day. We don’t know about you, but … Read more Ice Cream Innovation: Satisfy Sweet Tooths Without the Guilt
Chances are, all of us have fallen guilty to seeing a product claim and not doing their own research to confirm if what they’re reading is true. The convincing advertisements alerting us to the latest foods that will help us live longer and be healthier are plastered on billboards, flying across our TV screens, and … Read more What We’re Reading: Unsavory Truth
Whether you’re celebrating Father’s Day in person or via zoom, it’s not too late to run out and pick up the perfect gift to make this weekend special. With the recent lifting of lockdown restrictions, you can even turn the gift into an experience! We’ve gone ahead and corralled a list of some last-minute gift … Read more Father’s Day: No Gift, No Worries
Plant-based milk has made quite the splash on the shelves of supermarkets across the country. From a multitude of offerings including almond, oat, and cashew, plant-based options are more readily available than ever before. Refrigerated oat-milk alone is up 143% across all channels, while the overall plant-based category is worth a whopping $7 billion. And … Read more Latest Dairy Trends: Don’t Count Them Out
With cities across the country lifting their lockdown restrictions and vaccines becoming more readily available, summer BBQs are sure to make up for lost time. As you begin to plan out your summer celebrations with friends and loved ones, you’ll be happy to know that all the meals, snacks, and drinks you’ll be consuming don’t … Read more What Natural Shoppers Are Buying for the BBQ: 3 Data-Backed Shopper Trends for Grilling Season
Have you ever consumed a whole bag of chips in one sitting? Have you opened a fresh pack of cookies only to realize the entire sleeve is already gone? The odds are, you have fallen guilty to mindless eating at some point in your consumption timeline, but do you know why? The Dorito Effect by … Read more Book Review: The Dorito Effect
If you’re celebrating Mother’s Day this year, whether in person or via zoom, you need the perfect gift to make Mom feel special! If you’re looking for a last minute gift, we’ve got you covered! From clean chocolate, natural skin care, and organic wine, Mom is sure to feel the love this Mother’s Day. Browse … Read more Mother’s Day Gift Guide
In today’s world, consumers are increasingly searching for better-for-you products as health and wellness has been brought to the forefront of our minds in the midst of the pandemic. If something tastes good and it can help protect our immune system, it’s going in the cart. While it’s great to have multi-faceted products on the … Read more Book Review: In Defense of Food
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ve gathered 10 women owned brands worth celebrating! From snacks to sweets and everything in between, these talented women are shaking up the health food channel. Be sure to support these women year round as they continue to lead the charge in natural food innovation! Chickapea Founder Shelby Taylor … Read more 10 Woman-Led Brands to Support During Women’s History Month