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- Rx Food. Consumers have turned to food to help manage and treat conditions. For the period from May to October 2020, sales of foods and beverages that help control hypertension grew 11%, weight control products were up 13%, and diabetes care product sales climbed by 14%, according to IRI’s innovation report.
- Alternative Formulations. Increasingly, consumers are seeking alternative food and beverage formulations that help them avoid unwanted ingredients and/or perceived allergens.
- The Kid Continuum. With pandemic constraints keeping kids tethered to their homes, households with kids have never offered a greater diversity of new food/beverage market opportunities.
- Global Modifications. One-third of consumers are looking forward to trying new global foods and/or flavors this year, and 42% seek out spicy foods, according to Datassential.
Apr 21, 2021 · Demand for luxury products, thriftiness and the link between gut health and mental health have been identified as top 2021 consumer food trends by market research group The Food People.
Oct 27, 2021 · Healthier living, trading up for premium options and mindfulness of our food's impact on the planet were key observations among consumers post lockdown in FrieslandCampina’s fourth annual...
Mintel, the experts in what consumers want and why, has today (12 January 2021) announced three key trends for the global food, drink, and foodservice industries, including analysis, insights, and recommendations centred around the ‘now’ (next 12 months), the ‘next’ (18 months+), and the ‘future’ (five+ years) of consumer behaviour ...
- Overview
- 1–2. Functional nutrition
- 3–5. Food with a purpose
- 6–7. Middle-ground approach
- 8–9. Convenience and transparency
- 10. Family nutrition
- The bottom line
The year 2020 brought hardships and change for many people around the globe, and our everyday habits and behaviors have dramatically shifted.
Our priorities have changed as well, with many people focusing anew on their health and well-being, including what they eat. As a result, food and health culture have changed.
With 2021 just around the corner, we’re about to see these changes come to fruition. With many industry experts expecting massive change, you may wonder what 2021 has in store.
Here are the 10 top food and nutrition trends expected in 2021.
As Hippocrates once said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Though this statement is controversial, its essence rings true today — eat foods that nourish you both physically and mentally.
Due to the significant impact of COVID-19 on many people’s physical and mental well-being, there’s growing interest in eating foods that serve health-related purposes.
3. Localism
The pandemic shutdowns gave many people a renewed appreciation of their local community, especially the food purveyors — grocery stores, farmers markets, and restaurants — that kept food on our plates. Going forward, there will be a growing interest in purchasing and consuming locally grown food. It supports the local economy, is generally fresher, and has less of an environmental impact.
Local food brands include
•Gotham Greens •Gotham Greens operates sustainable greenhouses throughout the United States to allow for fresh, local produce to be available year-round and lower the environmental footprint by reducing cross-country food deliveries. •Kroger and Infarm •Kroger Seattle has paired up with a local food company known as Infarm to grow produce within the grocery store. Customers can purchase produce that grows in the branded refrigerators. •The Hudson Milk Company •A family-run business that partners with local farmers that produce minimally processed food. What’s more, they deliver the products to your front door. Was this helpful?
4. Backstory
Many consumers are also interested in learning a company’s backstory, such as a multigenerational family-run business. Companies should focus on the meaning behind their products and give consumers a reason to purchase their products over those of their competitors. For many, nice packaging alone no longer makes a product appealing, but rather the impact of purchasing it.
6. Flexitarianism
Trying to convince a meat-eater to go vegan is a big feat, but meeting them somewhere in the middle may be easier. Rather than trying to convince omnivores to ditch meat and animal products entirely, there will be a growing push to reduce the intake of animal products. Interestingly, up to 60% of millennials are interested in adopting a flexitarian diet, according to Statista. Consumers may look to swap a few meat-based meals for plant-based ones each week. Alternatively, they may decrease the portion of animal products in their recipes and add more plant-based ingredients. Companies will continue to promote plant-based products but also develop products that contain higher amounts of plant-based ingredients and lower amounts of animal-based ones to help customers find a middle ground.
Flexitarian brands include
•Maple Leaf 50/50 •A Canadian company that creates burgers and sausages comprising 50% meat and 50% plant-based ingredients. •Raised and Rooted Blended Patties •Burgers made with a mix of Angus beef and plant-based pea protein. Was this helpful?
7. Diet culture overhaul
Many people are getting tired of expensive diets and gimmicky supplements that promise big results but don’t deliver. In 2021, it’s likely that restrictive diets and weight loss programs will fall out of favor as people seek a more balanced approach to health instead. Popular diets, such as keto, Whole30, paleo, and F-Factor, have been heavily criticized for their extreme restrictions that aren’t sustainable or enjoyable. Thanks to more nutrition and health professionals growing large audiences on social media, we’re starting to see popular — albeit bogus — supplements becoming passé. Rather than taking handfuls of supplements, we’re seeing a shift toward whole, natural foods. In addition, more people are embracing eating styles that welcome all foods in moderation, as most people don’t want to avoid chocolate for the rest of their life. Instead, people are starting to embrace other important aspects of food, such as tradition, culture, and enjoyment. We’re seeing a trend toward happiness, strength, and vitality over attaining impossible standards of beauty à la Photoshop and FaceTune. Finally, an increasing number of people will aim to prioritize health instead of a number on the scale or their jean size. Consumers will seek products from companies that strive for sustainable, affordable, and nonrestrictive approaches to health, such as eating a varied diet comprising whole, nutrient-dense foods. They’ll also look for companies that are transparent with their messaging and avoid promoting unhealthy diet messages, such as quick weight loss, starvation, or vilifying certain foods.
8. Meal kits
The year 2020 taught many of us that cooking from home can be a fun and enjoyable experience. Still, with life starting to speed up again, we’ll see a growing trend toward premade meal kits and health-food boxes that save time but still allow you to eat healthy from home. Meal kit delivery services have grown exponentially in the past year thanks to their healthfulness, convenience, and affordability. In fact, the meal kit delivery market is projected to become a $20 billion industry by 2027, according to Grand View Research. Many people love meal kit delivery services because most of the prep work like grocery shopping, measuring, and cutting is already done. For a busy person who usually eats takeout during the week, this makes eating healthy much easier and convenient. Plus, many of these companies focus on local food, sustainable practices and cater to a variety of food preferences and diets. As such, meal kit companies are expected to grow in popularity.
Popular meal kit companies include
•Daily Harvest •Daily Harvest mostly offers convenient breakfasts and snack options, such as smoothies, oat bowls, and harvest bowls, made from whole, unprocessed ingredients. •HelloFresh •HelloFresh provides weekly meal kit boxes with premeasured local, unprocessed ingredients and recipe cards with nutritious and delicious recipes. The company caters to a variety of diets and dietary needs. •Purple Carrot •Purple Carrot is a vegan meal delivery service that provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner options made from plant-based ingredients. •The Good Kitchen •The Good Kitchen promises delicious and nutritious meals made from the highest quality ingredients. The company works closely with farms to ensure ethical and sustainable practices while supporting local food communities. •Freshly •Freshly is ideal for people looking for single-serving meals that can easily be heated up. The company’s products require no prep time, which makes it easy for busy people who need quick and healthy meals. For more meal delivery services, check out this article. Was this helpful?
9. Transparency
Many people are tired of misleading, false, or obscure information. In the past, food and supplement companies have been very private about their ingredients and practices. Moreover, many make health claims that have little to no scientific proof to back them up. With consumers more interested in the nutritional quality of the food products they consume, there will be a growing expectation that companies are clear, transparent, and honest about their products. They’re expected to utilize this trend by providing ingredient lists that are short and understandable and avoiding the use of controversial ingredients, such as artificial colors, flavors, and dyes. What’s more, many consumers will look to support companies with philanthropic practices, such as giving part of their proceeds to an honorable cause, supporting educational opportunities for employees, or protecting the environment.
10. Kids nutrition
With more kids attending virtual schooling and staying home, parents are now tasked with making lunches instead of relying on the school cafeteria. To better their family’s health, many parents will be looking for products that are enjoyable for their kids but still nutritious. Furthermore, given growing concerns about sugar and artificial ingredients in the diet, they’ll be looking for foods made with more natural ingredients. In addition, supplements for children may be used as added protection to support their immune system and prevent nutritional deficiencies, especially for children who are considered to be picky eaters. Finally, expect a rise in plant-based options for children to support health and well-being. Many parents hope this will teach their children sustainable and healthy food habits they can use throughout their lives.
Kids nutrition brands include
•Wundernuggets •Plant-based nuggets with simple ingredients that the entire family can enjoy. What’s more, they’re delivered to your door. •Little Spoon •A wellness food company that offers food, meal kits, and vitamins made from organic, fresh ingredients. The company provides options for children of all age groups. •L’il Critters and Zarbee’s •Multivitamin companies that strive to make kid-friendly vitamins without added dyes, sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup, and other unnecessary ingredients. •Lil Mixins •Lil Mixins strives to prevent food allergies by introducing common food allergens to babies early, which has been shown to reduce the incidence of food allergies in children. Their powders can be added to most recipes. Was this helpful?
In 2021 you can look forward to a huge shift in the food industry.
Gone are the days of extreme diets, unnecessary ingredients, and false promises. As we move forward into the new year, we’ll see more people looking to eat food that has a purpose, story, and serves society and health.
Jun 24, 2021 · Nobody is in any doubt about the seismic impact COVID-19 and global lockdowns have had on the consumer-packaged goods sector. We have seen demand-driven shifts re-shape the global grocery market, from initial panic buying that emptied shelves to the rise of scratch cooking, increased snacking, and active dieting.
Jan 6, 2021 · More recently, 39% of respondents in the 2020 Year-End Survey said the risk of COVID-19 when shopping for food or dining out was their top food-related concern In 2021, we anticipate that this trend will be reflected in technologies and innovations.
