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NPD in action: Powerful protein boost

Jan 2019

High protein diets have moved from being a sports nutrition niche to becoming thoroughly mainstream. The trend has shown no signs of stagnating over the past years, with strong NPD across a range of categories. The appeal of protein is now so widespread that even old favorites are being produced in high protein variants. Portable protein solutions create an opportunity for healthy mini-meals as people seek quick, convenient, yet healthy, solutions for busy lifestyles.

1. Bodylab Proteinella Chocolate Spread (Denmark):
Yoplait Greek Yogurt with Granola, Blueberry and Vanilla (Nicaragua).
3. Piccolo Organic Baby Pasta with Vegetable and Kale Pesto for Babies from Around 10 Months (UK)
4. Met Rx Whey Protein Snack Cup with Whey Infused Chocolate Hazelnut Spread and Breadsticks (US):
5. Quaker Oats Oat So Simple Protein Golden Syrup Flavor Microwaveable Oats with Added Soy Protein (UK):
6. Barebells Protein Bar with White Chocolate Almond Flavor (Denmark):
7. Prommus Avocado Hummus (US):
8. Hacendado Semi-Skimmed Milk with Protein (Spain):
9. Enlightened Barista Collection 90 Calories White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha Light Ice Cream (US):
10. Gavrilovic Tea Time Pate (Croatia):

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Bodylab Proteinella Chocolate Spread (Denmark). Chocolate spread with high protein content, in a 250g glass jar. Contains sweeteners. May contain traces of soy and lupine. Excessive consumption can have a laxative effect.

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