{"id":4031,"date":"2019-05-01T20:57:18","date_gmt":"2019-05-01T20:57:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/?p=4031"},"modified":"2020-05-21T15:00:14","modified_gmt":"2020-05-21T15:00:14","slug":"expo-west-takeaways-a-look-into-the-future-of-the-health-food-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/expo-west-takeaways-a-look-into-the-future-of-the-health-food-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"Expo West Takeaways: A Look Into the Future of the Health Food Industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Gone are the days when our mom had to tell us to eat our veggies and lay off the sweets. It\u2019s no secret that eating healthy is a trend that isn\u2019t going away. The global wellness market is now valued at a staggering $4.2 trillion, with $702.1 billion attributed to healthy eating and nutrition! If this year\u2019s Expo West is any indication, 2019 is shaping up to be one of the biggest years yet for the health food and beverage industry.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Expo West is the world&#8217;s largest natural, organic and healthy products event. Every year, new healthy products are introduced to a market hungry for more. Low-calorie flavored waters have replaced sugary drinks. Energy bars are now chosen over drive-thru breakfast. With healthy eating habits not slowing down, new brands and products are seeing natural growth in the market. Switch returned to Expo West to check out the 2019 trends and the future of the health food industry.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can-a-Business: CBD-Infused Products<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The stigma of CBD in this country has changed in recent years as companies are discovering how it can help reduce pain, inflammation, and stress. As a result, the food and beverage industry has found ways to take advantage of this growing market. CBD &#8211; short for cannabidiol which is found in the cannabis plant &#8211; is popping up everywhere. Companies like CBDistillery, Green Roads CBD, Koi CBD, Winged CBD, and many more showed at Expo West how CBD can be used as an infusion in a variety of products. Its versatility and potential benefits tell us that we\u2019ll see even more CBD brands emerge in the year to come.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4034 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"625\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1-624x416.png 624w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_1.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Fermenting New Flavors: Kombucha <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>That weird liquid in a mason jar that your hippie friend in college kept on top of the fridge has turned into such a big business that even your Aunt Karen knows about it. There were no less than 11 Kombucha companies at Expo West this year. Kombucha is a probiotic beverage that\u2019s grown in popularity in recent years, but what\u2019s interesting is that companies are really expanding the flavor profiles. Raspberry Hops, Ginger Juniper, Citrus Saffron, Lemon Ginger Cayenne, Vanilla Oak\u2026 the list goes on and on! Don\u2019t be surprised when Karen starts talking about her new favorite flavor at the next family reunion.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Not Just for Meatheads: Protein-Infused Products<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Protein shakes and bars used to be synonymous with those bros at the gym who are flexing in the mirror and trying to get those gains. However, that all has changed as more people see protein-infused snacks as meal supplements or ways to get their daily source of protein. 55% of U.S. households say high protein is now an important attribute to consider when buying food for their households. As a result, we are now seeing a trend emerge of infusing protein in everything from pizza and popcorn to cookies and toaster pastries. Now, you can get the fuel your body needs whether it\u2019s to get through a workday at the office or a workout with Brad (just remember not to skip leg day).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4035 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"625\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2-624x416.png 624w, https:\/\/switch.us\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Switch_Blog_1500x1000_2.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 625px) 100vw, 625px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unbe-Leaf-able: Plant-Based Everything <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Veggie burgers are far from being the new kid on the block compared to all the other products on shelves for vegetarians and vegans. Meat replacements, egg replacements, dairy replacements\u2026 you name a product, there is probably a plant-based version of it. Plant-based diets are extremely popular and the market has taken notice. Thankfully, now there are many quality plant-based products that don\u2019t taste like a flavorless imitation. A major question people ask when considering plant-based dietary options is, \u201cHow will I get my protein?\u201d But plant-based proteins like tempeh, spirulina, and others are being infused into these products. Even though there are several meat replacements in the market, we\u2019d like to go on record saying that our love for bacon can never be replaced.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Still Shining: Sparkling Water<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While it may not be something new, sparkling water is still a hot category that shows no signs of slowing down. As concerns over sugar content continue to impact what consumers choose to drink, carbonated soda sales continue to decline. On the other end of the spectrum, flavored water was up 72% in 2018, resulting in a $3 billion industry. New sparkling water products continued to pop up at Expo West to meet this high demand in the market. Low calorie, low sugar, low sodium. With a cramped market of similar products, it\u2019s getting harder for brands to stay afloat and not get lost in a sea of imitators.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>And that\u2019s where we come in. Learn how your brand can stand out from the competition by contacting Chris Jobst.<\/p>\n<p>314.206.7804 or <a href=\"mailto:ChrisJ@switch.us\">ChrisJ@switch.us<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gone are the days when our mom had to tell us to eat our veggies and lay off the sweets. It\u2019s no secret that eating healthy is a trend that isn\u2019t going away. The global wellness market is now valued at a staggering $4.2 trillion, with $702.1 billion attributed to healthy eating and nutrition! 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