Today’s consumers are becoming increasingly aware of how their food and beverage choices can help them manage, and in some cases, reverse certain medical conditions, according to health and wellness research by The NPD Group, Chicago.

The macro-trend of eating clean has evolved from purity, clean labels and avoiding negatives into what HealthFocus International, Petersburg, Fla., calls clean conscience eating.

IRI, Chicago, released its “2018 New Product Pacesetters,” which highlights the most successful new product launches across food and beverage and convenience store sectors, among others.

Some 2 million employees are now involved in company-led health and well-being programs, according to the “2019 Health & Wellness Progress Report,” released by the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), Silver Spring, Md.

The Natural Marketing Institute (NMI), Harleysville, Pa., released its annual State of the Sustainability in America report.

The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA), Alexandria, Va., and United Fresh Produce Association, Washington, D.C., announced a new partner for Global Cold Chain Expo 2018.

The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), Silver Spring, Md., and PAHO Foundation, Atlanta, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate for healthier lives in Latin America.

U.S. consumers will take a personal approach to their health and wellness in 2017, reports The NPD Group, Chicago.

The Canadian Health Food Association (CHFA), Canada, consulted with industry experts to release the Top 5 natural health trends to look out for in 2017.