29 Sep 2022
Can Yeast Extracts Help with Salt Reduction?
What do you need to consider when you’re reducing the salt content of a product, and how can yeast extracts help you tackle the challenge?
Trends & insights
Get in-depth insights into the latest food and nutrition ingredient trends, expert analysis & recommendations.
27 Sep 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Summer Sips
What’re the hottest beverage flavours of summer 2022/2023? Let’s dig into what the summer holds in this month’s Trend Report.
04 Aug 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Gluten-free Bakery
The gluten-free bakery space is booming, but consumers are looking for options with better flavour, texture and aroma.
12 Jul 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Upcycled Food & Drink
Interest in upcycled food and drink is certainly on the rise. Not only is it good for the environment, and food security, it also provides consumers with a feel-good sense of taking action.
05 Jul 2022
The Growing Demand for Health Star Rated Products
Our experts shed light on how to calculate and formulate for a better Health Star Rating to appeal to an increasing number of health-conscious consumers.
24 Jun 2022
Sleep Health and Covid-somnia
In this article, we’ll look at the rise of ‘Covid-somnia’, factors affecting sleep health, the importance of quality sleep and how brands can formulate products to support consumers in this important space.
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10 Jun 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Robusta Revolution
As climate change threatens the production of Arabica coffee, Robusta coffee will step into the spotlight. However, matching the flavour profile of Arabica coffee will prove a challenge for beverage brands.
30 May 2022
Ingredient Focus - Pectin 101
What is pectin, and how does it work? What are the pros and cons of using it? Let’s dive into the world of pectin and answer some of your common questions.
12 May 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Immunity Goes Mainstream
The pandemic has elevated the importance of immunity amongst consumers, presenting brands with an opportunity to create accessible immune health products.
14 Apr 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Ingredient Provenance
Formulating with ingredients of provenance and telling unique stories about the background of a product can help them stand out. Provenance elevates the product’s premium credentials and differentiates it from the competition.
15 Mar 2022
What You Need to Know About the Xanthan Gum Shortage
The global shortages of Xanthan gum will likely continue for months. This brief article provides a rundown on what you need to consider when looking for potential replacements.
11 Mar 2022
WattsUp Trend Watch – Healthier Yoghurt
How can you ensure your yoghurt product stands out on the shelves? This report looks into what consumers are looking for in yoghurts, and how some brands are responding to these demands for healthier yoghurt.