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Vita Coco celebrates anniversary with new lemonade flavor
NEW YORK — In celebration of its 10-year anniversary, coconut water brand Vita Coco announced a new, all-natural beverage, which is slated to hit grocery stores nationwide beginning in April. The new beverage, Vita Coco Lemonade, will bring together fresh coconut water, natural lemon puree and natural fruit sugar.

Vita Coco Lemonade will be available in two sizes, both with a resealable twist-off cap: an 11.1-fl oz. Tetra Pak for $1.99; and a 16.9-fl oz. Tetra Pak for SRP of $2.99.
Bare announces line of coconut chips
SAN FRANCISCO — Bare, a snack company, has introduced its All Natural Crunch Coconut Chips, which are crafted from Nam Hom coconuts grown in Thailand's Central Plains.

Edy's, Dreyer's introduce new line of frozen bars

OAKLAND, Calif. — Nestlé has announced that its Edy's Outshine and Dreyer's Outshine brands will launch a line of frozen fruit and vegetable bars nationally.
Sweet Dreams collection makes its debut

CINCINNATI — Procter & Gamble, in support of the National Sleep Foundation's Sleep Awareness Week 2014, announced the launch of its newest fabric care line, the Sweet Dreams Collection. The products are formulated with ingredients that not only clean and soften, but help to create a relaxing sleep environment, the company said.
Tastykake celebrates milestone with special snack

PHILADELPHIA — In celebration of its centennial, Tastykake is releasing new, limited-edition Birthday Kake cupcakes, which combines confetti cake with chocolate-flavored icing and colorful sprinkles. The cakes are available in 12-count packs and hit store shelves on Feb. 25.
Dial announces new food-inspired body washes

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Dial has introduced two new body washes, which were influenced by the rising popularity of vitamins and yogurt in food, the company said. The new Dial Vitamin Boost Body Wash comes in two varieties: Amazing B and the oil-infused Super C. Dial Yogurt Body Wash also has two variants, which include Dial Greek Yogurt and Dial Frozen Yogurt.
Ice Breakers Cool Blasts Chews on the horizon

HERSHEY, Pa. — Hershey in a presentation last week at the 2014 Consumer Analyst Group of New York conference discussed several successes and initiatives in its international markets, which included the recent launch of its line of Hershey's Spreads and Lancaster Soft Crèmes in the United States.
Smartfood introduces reduced-fat popcorn

PLANO, TX — Smartfood, a brand from PepsiCo's Frito-Lay division, has introduced Smartfood Delight popcorn, a line of reduced-fat popcorn geared toward health-conscious consumers who are looking for alternative snacking options. The new popcorn comes in two flavors, Sea Salt and White Cheddar.
Study: Heavier utilization of mobile shopping among Hispanic consumers

CHANTILLY, Va. — Hispanic consumers are outpacing non-Hispanics in their adoption of mobile, social and online sources for local shopping, according to BIA/Kelsey's Consumer Commerce Monitor study released Tuesday.
Colgate launches new Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen duo

NEW YORK — Colgate-Palmolive has introduced its new Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen — the first-ever toothbrush with a built-in whitening pen.

The new Colgate Optic White Toothbrush + Whitening Pen is aimed to provide a convenient, affordable way to achieve high-impact teeth whitening at home, with whiter teeth in two days, the company stated.