The number of consumers older than 64 is increasing at a high rate, causing food and beverage brands to reconsider their target audiences. By 2060, the population is predicted to contain 98 million seniors, which is more than twice the number in 2014.¹ This growth, and the longing for greater independence late in life, makes addressing the health and wellness needs of seniors a factor for new, successful innovations.

Susan Larson, the U.S. Dairy Export Council’s Dairy Detective columnist, explained in a recent article how U.S. permeate is a cost effective solution to reducing sodium in certain foods applications. Specifically, it doesn’t sacrifice the salty taste that is often desired by the consumer palate.

Interested in learning more about the dynamic U.S. cheese industry or looking for some consumer tools to help increase consumption of U.S. cheese? We’ve got you covered with new and updated resources!

Protein is an integral part of the daily diet, whether for strength training or for trying to preserve muscle mass throughout the aging process. A recently published review study in Nutrition and Metabolism¹ suggests that the quality of protein consumed for muscle building is more important than previously perceived, with whey protein’s high leucine content providing clear muscle benefits.

The growing amount of candy popping up in pantries and store aisles is a sign the holidays are nearing. This is an exciting sight for kids, but many parents fear over-indulgence. With the changes within the food and beverage industry, this holiday behavior is an opportunity for formulators to serve parents better-for-you confections with the taste and flavors kids know and love.