Functional Foods
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Functional Foods and Health Trends Will Redefine Snacks in 2026
U.S. food and beverage sales volume is projected to be flat or slightly negative in 2026, with forecasts ranging from -1% to 1% growth according to IFT . Yet, the healthy snacks category is set for ra

Sea Buckthorn Signals Functional Berry Surge in Snacks & Drinks
Sea buckthorn, once a niche ingredient, now rapidly appears in mainstream food and beverage products across the United States.

Stars + Honey Secures $24M From VMG Partners
Stars + Honey, a functional food brand founded in 2023, is projected to achieve approximately $50 million in revenue this year, following a $24 million funding round from VMG Partners.

VMG Partners Invests in Stars + Honey Collagen Protein Bars
Detroit-based Stars + Honey, a collagen protein bar brand, rocketed to 300% growth last year, drawing a $24 million investment from VMG Partners.

Functional food market sees accelerated growth towards 2033
The functional food market, spanning fortified cereals to specialized sports nutrition, is projected to swell to nearly a trillion dollars by 2034.

Wilde adds protein crackers to its snack lineup
Each bag of Wilde Protein Chips already delivers up to 13 grams of protein, according to thedailymeal .