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Teens’ Top 5 Restaurant Chains

Nov 30, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Chris Campbell |Christine Zulkosky

Teens are trendsetters. They are typically early to the next big thing and most of their spending is discretionary, making them a lucrative demographic to study. That’s why it’s important to know which restaurant chains the teens are currently vibing with, as the most lit concepts will likely continue to slay—no cap. Or, in other words, teens’ favorite chains could serve as a valuable indicator of broad appeal and staying power.
Consumers Are Changing How They Grocery Shop… Again

Nov 8, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

It’s no secret that consumers are dealing with a lot right now—emergency SNAP benefits ended, student loan payments restarted, and food inflation has persisted—putting many grocery consumers in a bind and ultimately changing how they shop. “All this stuff is happening at once,” said Nik Modi, managing director at RBC Capital Markets, on a recent Food Institute Podcast.
Are Edible Insects the Future of Alternative Protein?

Nov 6, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

Home>Plant-BasedAre Edible Insects the Future of Alternative Protein? Edible insects have all the makings of a smash hit in the alternative protein sector. Insect protein is nutritious—a good source of essential minerals—and sustainable, too. It requires significantly less land and water to produce than conventional livestock and can be raised on organic waste from food processing. The big problem?
Kraft Heinz Aims at Convenience for Kids

Nov 6, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

Reports continue to show that consumers place a high premium on convenience, even in the face of inflation, and Kraft Heinz is betting that kids’ snacks are no exception. The multinational food company is expanding into new aisles of the grocery store with two new Lunchables products designed to give kids autonomy by being quick and easy.
A Fresh Start: How to Meet Growing Consumer Demand for Fresh Products

Nov 1, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky |Bryan Wassel

Home>Food RetailA Fresh Start: How to Meet Growing Consumer Demand for Fresh Products While fresh is an important category for grocers, the waste caused by perishables can have a significant impact on the bottom line. A study by RELEX found that 74% of retailers say fresh products are essential to their business, and 98% of the remainder attribute some level of importance to fresh.
Study: Eating Red Meat Increases Type 2 Diabetes Risk

Oct 31, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

Home>Health & WellnessStudy: Eating Red Meat Increases Type 2 Diabetes Risk Eating red meat just twice a week may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new Harvard University study. Meanwhile, data shows that a relatively small percentage of people eat a disproportionate amount of all red meat consumed in the U.S.And the more red meat consumed, the greater the risk becomes.
Sugar Alcohols Are Everywhere—What Are They? - The Food Institute

Oct 30, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

Sugar alcohols, found in many processed foods, have long been an enigma for many consumers. Commonly listed under the “total carbohydrate” header on a nutrition facts label, sugar alcohols are actually neither sugar nor alcohol—despite what the name suggests.
Caffeine Craze Reaches Chewing Gum Aisle

Oct 25, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky |Tess Owings

Home>InnovationCaffeine Craze Reaches Chewing Gum Aisle If you have a difficult time starting your day unless you’ve had your morning cup (or three) of coffee, you’re not alone. Roughly 90 percent of Americans consume caffeine regularly, according to the United Brain Association, and it seems like people will find just about any way to get it. That daily quest for caffeine has stretched into the chewing gum category.
Top 5 Things Grocery Shoppers Look For on Food Labels

Oct 25, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky

Today’s shoppers care about what’s in their food, and they are not afraid to check the label—but what exactly are they looking for? Standing in the grocery aisle, squinting at the product in hand, there are a handful of key phrases that immediately jump out at consumers. And these product attributes ultimately decide whether the item ends up in the cart or back on the shelf.
Retail Theft is a Growing Problem – Can the Tide Be Turned? - The Food Institute

Oct 23, 2023 | foodinstitute.com | Christine Zulkosky |Christopher Shadle

Home>Food RetailRetail Theft is a Growing Problem – Can the Tide Be Turned? Major retailers including Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Walgreens, and CVS have all recently decided to close locations across major US cities, raising concerns about the future of retail in some of the most distinguished business districts in the country.