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To validate this shift towards premium functionality, the brand has secured a high-profile endorsement from world-renowned chef Gordon Ramsay, aiming to prove that the reformulated spread can meet the rigorous standards of professional kitchens.

The reports highlight a disconnect between corporate profitability and public health costs, noting that while the combined market for these beverages generates billions in profit

Papa Johns has announced a strategic foray into the functional food space, unveiling a limited-edition Protein Crust Pizza designed to align with the growing consumer demand for macronutrient-dense fast food options.

The flagship cracker brand Cheez-It® has announced a major strategic entry into the "free-from" snacking segment, unveiling Cheez-It Original Gluten Free crackers.

The deal will see Bel utilising Foodberry’s technology platform to create products that combine fruit and protein in novel, bite-sized formats. The inaugural product from this partnership is scheduled to launch in select U.S. markets in 2026.

US-based functional mushroom specialist Om Mushrooms has secured a $6.5 million line of credit from asset-based lender JPalmer Collective (JPC).

Veteran-owned cannabinoid specialist Extract Labs has announced its entry into the functional beverage category with the launch of Sojourn THC Seltzers.

The milestone highlights the company’s role in what it terms the "Plant-Based Food Reformation," scaling its operations to meet the growing global appetite for alternative proteins and functional ingredients.