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April 2, 2013
Nestle introduces new frozen fruit snacks, first coconut water bars

Dreyer's, part of Nestle USA, launched the new Outshine brand, which will include the Dreyer's Fruit Bars line as well as six new flavors launching in April under the Dreyer's Outshine name. The new flavors include two made with coconut water, the first coconut water-based frozen fruit bars on the market, according to the company.

April 2, 2013
Study shows increased incidence of celiac disease

A population-based study in Olmsted County, Minn., has shown an increase in the incidence of celiac disease, a digestive condition triggered by eating protein gluten.

April 1, 2013
Mini Melts ice cream vending machines hit Walmart stores in time for summer

Walmart customers will enjoy a cool reason to shop at the mass merchandise company this summer as Mini Melts ice cream automated kiosks rollout nationwide.

March 29, 2013
Coca-Cola seeks patent on new sugar-free fiber drink

Coca-Cola has filed a patent application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a new sugar-free beverage with added fiber, according to a report from the Atlanta Business Chronicle.

March 29, 2013
Vitamin Squeeze offers powdered water enhancers

Vitamin Squeeze announced the release of a full line of powdered water enhancers available in supermarkets nationwide.

March 28, 2013
Weis Markets promotes Paul Stombaugh to VP/corporate controller

Weis Markets on Thursday promoted Paul Stombaugh to VP/corporate controller.

March 27, 2013
Herdez expands cooking sauces line, eyes wider distribution

Herdez, a brand of MegaMex Foods, announced today four new Mexican Cooking Sauces currently lining shelves at Los Angeles-area Albertsons stores, as well as plans to increase distribution to Walmart stores nationwide by June.

March 27, 2013
Maker of Hawaiian Silky hair care targets Latinas with campaign featuring Nicole Suarez

AFAM Concept, the makers of Hawaiian Silky, has named celebrity Nicole Suarez as the brand ambassador for its Hawaiian Silky Moroccan Argan Oil hair care line.

March 26, 2013
GNC extends Preventive Nutrition brand with 11 new supplements

GNC extended its Preventive Nutrition brand to help supplement a number of conditions, including eye health, liver health and digestive health.

March 26, 2013
Muscle Milk launches new Light Peach Mango ready-to-drink flavor

CytoSport, a sports nutrition company and parent company of the Muscle Milk brand, announced it has launched a new Peach Mango flavor in its Muscle Milk Light 14-oz. ready-to-drink bottles.

March 26, 2013
Yoplait adds two seasonal flavors to lineup

After its fall season-inspired yogurts, Yoplait, a General Mills brand, is bringing two cocktail-inspired additions to store shelves this spring.

March 25, 2013
Ben & Jerry's adds newest flavor

Ben & Jerry's announced the addition of Chocolate Peppermint Crunch ice cream to round out the company's 2013 lineup of new full-time options.

March 25, 2013
Skin care brand Own inks charity initiative to aid local food banks

Anti-aging skin care brand Own Skin Health has announced its first charity initiative with Feeding America, a leading domestic hunger-relief organization.

March 22, 2013
Hawaiian Punch says Aloha to the breakfast table

Dr Pepper Snapple Group announced the new Hawaiian Punch Aloha Morning line of juice drinks to hit store shelves.

March 22, 2013
Pepsi launches new bottle design after nearly two decades

Pepsi is bringing to market the first redesign of its 20-oz. bottles in 17 years, according to published reports.

March 21, 2013
New Chapter recalls 90-count Probiotic Elderberry dietary supplement

New Chapter voluntarily recalled a limited number of packages of its 90-count Probiotic Elderberry dietary supplement because it may contain an undeclared allergen - soy.

March 21, 2013
Starbucks expands loyalty program to grocery purchases

Starbucks today at the company's annual meeting of shareholders unveiled plans to expand its My Starbucks Rewards loyalty program to reward customers who purchase Starbucks-brand products in their local grocery stores.

March 20, 2013
Coke's Glaceau introduces sparkling Fruitwater

Glaceau, a Coca-Cola brand and maker of Vitaminwater and Smartwater, is injecting a little sparkle into its lineup with new Fruitwater set to hit store shelves on April 1.

March 20, 2013
Doctors, public health experts want more FDA regulation of energy drinks

A group of doctors and public health professors are hoping the Food and Drug Administration will place stronger regulations on energy drinks to protect children and adolescents from what they call the harmful effects of high caffeine consumption.

March 19, 2013
Brewers Association: Craft brewing sees barrel full of growth

Craft brewers saw a 15% rise in volume and a 17% increase in dollar growth, the Brewers Association said today as they released preliminary 2012 data on U.S. craft brewing growth ahead of the Craft Brewers Conference to be held in Washington, D.C., March 26 to 29.

March 19, 2013
KIND offers two new healthy snack bars

Healthy snack maker KIND has introduced two new snack bars to its lineup, Dark Chocolate Chili Almond and Maple Glazed Pecan and Sea Salt, the company announced.

March 18, 2013
Rite Aid expands Easter, spring product selections

Rite Aid is stocking Easter and spring supplies at its stores in anticipation of the holiday and season, the retail pharmacy chain said Monday.

March 15, 2013
Green Giant launches new veggie snack chips

General Mills' Green Giant brand is bringing two new product offerings to store shelves, the company announced.

March 15, 2013
Hostess Brands selects McKee Foods as winning bidder for Drake's snack cake brand

Hostess Brands on Thursday announced that the stalking horse bid submitted by McKee Foods for the Drake's snack cake brand will be presented for approval to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, as no other qualified bids were received for those assets.

March 15, 2013
Jack Link's launches turkey snacks lineup

Jack Link's meat snack brand has introduced a new line of turkey snacks, the company announced.

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