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Abstract: Sugar-reduced food and beverage products have become a global trend and fashion, with Erythritol ingredients already attracting attention as natural calorie-free sweeteners. Several large multinational companies have already launched the first batch of products in 2019-2021, receiving positive feedback from the market and consumers. Companies with sensitive business sense are actively laying out to develop the market, and we must seize the trend of the new era and not miss the good opportunity.

Abstract: As an indispensable and important nutrient for the human body, dietary fiber is becoming more and more popular in the food market. Through the summary of application trends and innovative products of the dietary fiber market in 2021， we can predict that in 2022, dietary fiber will become an important raw material in new functional food and beverage products, and will continue to make breakthroughs in various innovative forms.

Abstract: Consumer tastes and preferences are constantly changing. What food and beverage trends should food companies focus on to innovate in 2022? Recently, Alicia Enciso, chief marketing officer of Nestlé USA, outlined Nestlé’s food and beverage trend forecast for 2022 in an article. Innovative plant-based diets, the brunch revolution, global flavors, healthy snacks, and flexible online shopping will lead the food and beverage consumption market in 2022.

Abstract: Firmenich has announced its 2022 Flavor of the Year. The biggest difference between 2022 and the past is that it has changed from a specific flavor to a concept of botanical elements, emphasizing the fusion between multiple plant ingredients.

Abstract: According to the latest report from Values Reports, the global natural sweeteners market size is expected to grow from USD 22.49 billion in 2020 to USD 27.94 billion by 2026, with a compound annual growth rate of 3.7%. In this article, the market situation of major sweeteners and new sweeteners will be reviewed in 2021.

Abstract: The realization of low-sugar products is not only realized through the realization of sugar substitute raw materials, but also through technology. Researchers in Canada and Vietnam have developed a method for 3D printing chocolate. This chocolate is lower in sugar but tastes just as sweet as regular chocolate.

Abstract: Recently, data released by New Nutrition Business in the United States pointed out that key trends such as plant-based, mood management, probiotics, and nutrient density will become the driving force of global functional food and beverages in 2022.

Abstract: According to specific sales, Amazon’s top 10 botanical supplement ingredients by sales in 2021 are turmeric, elderberry, green superfood powder (including green grass, leaves, fruits and vegetables, and algae), mushrooms, saw palmetto, Ashwagandha, Black Seed Oil, Hemp Oil, Blackcurrant, Aronia, etc.

Abstract: At present, global consumers have reached a consensus on reducing sugar intake. Natural sweeteners are beginning to receive attention from consumers and the market. Recently, London-based The Supplant Co. company launched a new type of sugar raw material “Supplant TM sugar” derived from fiber. It has the properties of sucrose and the metabolic form of fiber, which may become a new hot spot in the sugar substitute market.

Abstract：Organic food retailer Natural Grocers recently released the top ten nutrition trends for 2022. The forecast is a comprehensive report on healthy nutrition and food trends in 2022. The forecasting team is composed of registered dietitians, culinary experts, and data analysts. These trends are based on consumer shopping preferences, the latest nutrition research, and the impact of COVID-19 on consumers.

Abstract: In recent years, consumers around the world continue to pay more attention to digestive health. As a functional beverage beneficial to digestive health, fermented beverages are becoming more and more popular among consumers in Asia. Among them, China, India and the Philippines are the fastest-growing markets for fermented beverages.

Abstract: All materials and energy in the ocean that can be used by humans are called marine resources. It is divided into three categories，biological resources, non-biological resources, and space resources. According to data released by the Ministry of Natural Resources, in 2020, China’s gross marine production has exceeded 8 trillion yuan. In the “Healthy China 2030 Plan”, “Belt and Road Initiative” and other development strategies, it is clearly stated that we must vigorously support the development of the marine biomedical industry.