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In our Food for thought series roundup, we look back at our discussions on the relationship between food and beverage products and packaging.

Superfoods are known for their exceptional health benefits. But what really constitutes superfoods? Look back at the different types of nutrient-dense superfoods in our series round up.

In part five of Superfood Trends, we move on to the category of spices and herbs. What does the market label as a superfood spice or herb, and how is demand shaping the beverage industry?

In part four of Superfood Trends, we dive into the market for super grains. What falls under this category, what’s behind its growth – and what trends are we seeing emerge?

In part three of Superfood Trends, we look at how a selection of vegetables and fungi have risen in ranks to join the superfood bandwagon.

In Part two of Superfood Trends, we look at how berries have shaped the beverage industry.

In our Functionality Rules round up, we look at the value-added beverages and food products that are starting to take up more shelf space in supermarkets – and why.

In our new series Drinking Different, we dive into the ever-expanding beverage market. What’s new, what factors are influencing what we see on supermarket shelves, and what can we expect in the future?

Today, whatever value-added beverages a consumer wants, chances are they can find them – including those designed to help people with medical issues. Read more in Functionality Rules part seven.

The rise of food and beverage products that are “free from” certain ingredients has risen substantially in recent years. Let’s find out why – and what that means for the industry – in Functionality Rules part six.

Can functional beverages help consumers drink their way to better skin and better sleep – and improve their wellbeing? Read our take in Functionality Rules part five.

In part four of Functionality Rules, we look at how gut health has become a key focus area for functional food and beverage products and what drives this growth.