What's for dinner in 2006
Experts say the next wave of food fads will cater to our continued quest for better health.
Now that the Atkins diet craze is dead -- the low-carb craze creator Atkins Nutritionals filed for bankruptcy in 2005 -- what'll be the next fad for food companies to jump on?
"Over the next few years, I think consumers' focus will be on maintaining a healthy balance of carbs and calories, as opposed to extreme food choices," said Lynn Dornblaser, analyst with market research firm Mintel.
Some food companies have already anticipated that trend. "Kraft is doing a great job by introducing new products that aren't about taking out carbs but more about delivering balanced nutrition through portion control," she said. The company recently introduced small, 100 calorie packs of snacks such as Oreo cookies and Cheese Nips as a way to help consumers curb calorie intake.
Indeed, the consensus among industry experts is that, much like in years past, consumers will continue to at least try to eat healthier in 2006. Here's how:
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Source - CNN
"Over the next few years, I think consumers' focus will be on maintaining a healthy balance of carbs and calories, as opposed to extreme food choices," said Lynn Dornblaser, analyst with market research firm Mintel.
Some food companies have already anticipated that trend. "Kraft is doing a great job by introducing new products that aren't about taking out carbs but more about delivering balanced nutrition through portion control," she said. The company recently introduced small, 100 calorie packs of snacks such as Oreo cookies and Cheese Nips as a way to help consumers curb calorie intake.
Indeed, the consensus among industry experts is that, much like in years past, consumers will continue to at least try to eat healthier in 2006. Here's how:
External Source - For the complete article click here
Source - CNN
