CHP Magazines CHP Magazine Winter 2019 #14 | Page 36

What’s Trending Here we are a quarter of the way through 2019 and whilst many of 2018’s hot new things are still in demand you can expect to see a gradual shift with consumers seeking out the new hotties on the block. Oat Milk- whilst it isn’t new it is gaining popularity. Over the past decade each year we have welcomed in a new alternative milk product. Oat Milk has everyone foaming at the bit for it, thanks to the fact that it froths up just like dairy milk making it perfect for lattes, and it tastes very similar as well. Moringa- Move over Matcha, Moringa is set to steal your crown. For those who are not into sipping on their morning coffee, (yes, apparently these people exist!) you can start your day with Moringa, it’s an energizing morning beverage. Native to India, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan, Moringa is a plant that is entirely edible, from stems to leaves to seeds. It’s sweet earthy flavour is often compared to snap peas, and it is packed with nutrients including vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. Although it is caffeine free regular Moringa drinkers claim it is an energizing brew. Plant based diet- You call it Vegan but Jay Z the other half of the Queen of Pop Beyonce calls it a plant based diet. The duo issued a challenge to their legion of fans to go Vegan. They would randomly select a couple of people who would receive a lifetime of free tickets to their concerts for making the switch. Even without the promise of free tickets to celebrity concerts, people in droves are making the switch from meat based diets to plant based in record numbers. If it’s vegan it’s right on trend. 36 Complete Health by Kathryn Powell Shelf Stable Probiotics- you can expect to see more products containg strains of probiotics like Bacillus coagulans GBI-30 and Bacillus coagulans MTCC 4856, which are two strains that will remain safe to eat when stored at room temperature. They will be popping up in Granola, Nut Butters, Soups and many more foods. Beauty brands, lotions and sunscreens will be cashing in on this trend by incorporating probiotics too. Keto, Paleo and Grain Free diets- These continue to gain popularity. The demand for dairy, animal and grain free healthy fat sources is still on the rise. Expect to see growth in sales of MCT Oil ( a type of oil extracted from coconut oil) Coconut Butter and Ghee, a kind of clarified butter that has been popular in Asian cooking and Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. The Ketogenic-diet (low carb/high fat foods that force the body into a state of ketosis) has escalated in popularity in recent years, making it one of the most Googled trends. Meatless “meat” snacks- Pork rinds made from Mushrooms, and Vegan Jerky made from Soy Protein are the newbies in this category. Previously veggie burgers and vegan chicken snacks were the only options for those seeking meatless meat snacks. Snacks from the Sea- Seaweed chips were a big hit a few years ago, look out now for puffed snacks made from water lily seeds, plant-based tuna alternatives made with algae ingredients, crispy salmon skins and much more, including Kelp Noodles and Seaweed Butter. Tahini- made from ground hulled sesame seeds that has been used for thousands of years in the Middle East and parts of the Mediterranean. With a savoury flavour Tahini is making a comeback and is being touted as a replacement for almond butter. Hemp Products- Since it’s legalisation for human consumption in Australia, Hemp based products have been a huge hit with the buying public. Hemp seeds, protein powders and snack bars have been popping up on shelves throughout the country. Renowned for its superfood status, it boasts an impressive amino acid profile, packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre amongst many other benefits. At the present time CBD ( a cannabis plant derived ingredient linked to a range of health benefits) is prohibited in Australia, but when this changes you can expect to see an explosion of it in the nutraceutical market.