Wellness

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

Winning in E-Commerce: Top Tips to Make the Sale with Pet Owners

Sponsored content from our partner Nestle Purina on Nov. 07, 2022

E-commerce is not so much a trend as it is a new way of life for an increasing number of pet owners. The growth of e-commerce has been steadily gaining momentum, particularly over the last two years.

Hannaford invests $1.5M in 'person-centered care'

By Diane Adam on Sep. 14, 2022

The grocer's new "Eat Well, Be Well–A Path to Better Health" initiative aims to serve under-resourced individuals with chronic health conditions in New England and New York.

Food-safety authorities contend with simultaneous E. coli situations

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 19, 2022

The experts are looking for the source of an outbreak in the Midwest while warning restaurants, supermarkets and consumers about a ground beef contamination in Hawaii.

The Keys to a Successful Health and Wellness Program

By Kristina Hurtig on May 23, 2022

“Meet your team where they are at,” said Kelly McCutcheon of Hopdoddy Burger Bar during a session at the National Restaurant Association Show.

FDA Drafts Guidance for Evaluating Food Allergens Outside of the Major 9

By Kristina Hurtig on Apr. 18, 2022

The agency, which noted that more than 160 foods are known to cause food allergic reactions, is looking looks to evaluate emerging evidence “in a consistent and transparent manner.”

Southeastern Grocers to Overhaul Its Own Brand Products With Sustainable Packaging

By Diane Adam on Apr. 05, 2022

As part of its pledge toward sustainability, the retailer said it will eliminate the use of polystyrene, which is commonly used in food packaging.

Meal-Planning App Generates a Shopping List, Links to a Kroger for Purchasing

By Diane Adam on Mar. 24, 2022

Planning to add more grocery stores in the near future, Foogal customizes recipes to best suit users' health conditions and goals.

Walmart Makes Waves in Wellness

By Kristina Hurtig on Mar. 10, 2022

New services are aimed at making living a healthier life more accessible and more affordable for caregivers, parents and other Walmart customers.

Hy-Vee Launches Healthy Lifestyle E-Commerce Site

By Diane Adam on Jan. 13, 2022

WholeLotta Good health and specialty products can be purchased online and shipped directly to homes across the U.S.

Hy-Vee Dietitians to Promote Healthy Habits in January

By Diane Adam on Jan. 10, 2022

Registered dietitians will host educational events, including virtual store tours and cooking classes.

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Crime & Safety: When Prevention Isn't Enough

Crime & Safety: When Prevention Isn't Enough

Feb. 22, 2023

The stresses of the ongoing pandemic, coupled with mounting economic uncertainty, social unrest and more have fueled a pressure cooker for grocery and convenience store customers and their employees.

How to win in fresh in 2023: Forget one-size-fits-all

How to win in fresh in 2023: Forget one-size-fits-all

Feb. 22, 2023

U.S. consumers in 2022 were nothing if not channel surfers. Tuned into a widening lineup of local retailers offering fresh food, consumers were willing to shop around and try new retailer categories as they sought to ease the pinch of grocery inflation, which stood at 11.8% in December.

Introducing WGB’s new grocery store opening map

Dec. 01, 2022

New store updates are important to our readers, so we’re adding a monthly feature to highlight them and demonstrate supermarket growth trends around the country.

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