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Wellness

The latest learnings, solutions, trends and initiatives unfolding with retail dieticians, in-store pharmacies, whole health, natural and organic, sustainability and transparency.

Wellness

Grocers Double Down on Health, Well-Being Strategies

By Kristina Hurtig on Jul. 26, 2021

In its latest report, FMI–The Food Industry Association found that 84% of retailers now offer wellness activities for both employees and customers—a considerable increase from 49% in 2019.

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Are Cannabis Vending Machines the Future?

 By Jennifer Strailey on Jul. 12, 2021

The new Wellness Pantry from Cultiva Wellness is not your typical chips and soda vending machine, says the company.

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Pandemic Accelerates Change in Health, Well-Being: FMI

By Kristina Hurtig on Jun. 16, 2021

The association's Power of Health and Well-Being in the Food Industry report examines consumers' growing interest in health and wellness, as well as retailer progress and support.

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A New Guiding Stars Takes the Stage

By WGB Staff on Jun. 11, 2021

The venerable nutrition rating system in use at Ahold Delhaize banners get a new look that officials say will help shoppers more easily identify better-for-you foods.

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3 Mistakes Grocery Stores Make in Courting Health-Seekers

By Christine LaFave Grace on May 06, 2021

One dietary trend doesn't fit all, FMI and IRI leaders noted in a fresh foods-focused webinar, and retailers need to help guide consumers toward the foods and meal solutions that will help them address their personal nutrition concerns.

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Hy-Vee Dietitians Promote Physical Fitness

By Kristina Hurtig on May 03, 2021

The retailer’s team of registered dietitians are hosting free virtual events, including store tours, virtual seminars and live Q&As, to celebrate National Physical Fitness and Sports Month.

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Canada's Very Good Food Co. Looks to Muscle Into U.S. Meat Alternatives Market

By Christine LaFave Grace on Apr. 14, 2021

Beyond traditional veggie burgers and sausages, Very Good offers less widely found plant-based fare such as jackfruit steaks and adzuki bean pepperoni sticks.

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What's the Second Brain and How Can It Be an Opportunity for Grocers?

By Phil Lempert on Feb. 19, 2021

The Lempert Report: Promote foods that are already on shelves that are good for the gut.

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Kroger Health to Provide Smartphone-Enabled COVID-19 Antigen Tests

By WGB Staff on Feb. 16, 2021

The healthcare division of Kroger is expanding its portfolio of testing solutions by partnering with Gauss on the rapid at-home test.

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Hemp Industry Poised for Growth

By WGB Staff on Feb. 08, 2021

A new report predicts the hemp industry will increase threefold in the next five years, from $1.9 billion in 2020 to $6.9 billion in 2025, according to Nielsen Global Direct data.

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