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The New Beauty
44% of all consumers are actively taking steps to support beauty, and 20% of Gen Z consumers say it is one of the top 3 health benefits they are focused…
Key insights from “Health Benefits 2024”
For over 20 years, Hartman Group’s Health & Wellness syndicated series has tracked the evolution of American health and wellness culture: translating…
Health Benefits 2024: From Energy to Immunity
Today’s consumers are keenly aware of the links between diet and overall well-being. They are also increasingly interested in functional foods, beverages…
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All consumers participate in health and wellness to some degree, but their specific attitudes and behaviors can vary widely. By segmenting consumers based…
Learn moreThe comparison game: Redefining premium products
How would you define “premium” frozen pizza? Is it the toppings? The packaging? Is it from a local or regional chain? Now, if you asked your neighbor…
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This time of year, it’s easy to lose sight of self-care amidst the holiday chaos. Between the long to-do lists, shortened daylight hours, and inevitable…
Learn moreElevating everyday
Premium used to carry notions of “fancy” and “foodie” — it was exclusive. And while Americans still turn to premium foods and beverages for special…
Learn moreEating & Drinking Occasions Landscape: Spontaneous vs. Planned Occasions
Spontaneous occasions account for 53% of all adult occasions, amounting to 192 billion mouths annually. While these occasions tend to be motivated by hunger, planned…
Learn moreSpontaneous vs. planned occasion insights
Picture this: you’re unpacking from your weekly grocery shop, making sure you didn’t miss anything — especially for your dinner party on Friday.…
Learn moreLongevity: the new frontier of modern wellness
As wellness takes on an increasingly diverse meaning, consumers seek more than just immediate benefits: they aspire for better quality of life for a longer…
Learn moreIdeas in Food 2025
Build a culturally-informed innovation pipeline with Ideas in Food 2025. This report unpacks 15 emerging concepts poised to become trends in the next 3-5…
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