Low Sugar/Low Glycemic. Even though the low-carb
craze has slowed down, with obesity and diabetes on the
rise, many consumers, including children, are watching
their sugar intake. Research from NMI found that 29 percent of primary grocery shoppers who also buy organic are
looking for foods that provide a low glycemic index and 42
percent agree completely/somewhat that they prefer foods
with no sugar added. Processors such as French Meadow
Bakery have responded to these requests by creating an
organic low-glycemic bread, which actually features the
“Low-Glycemic for Diabetics” seal, certified by the Glycemic
Research Institute. Organic Bistro has also come out with a
low-gycemic, gluten free line of frozen meals.
To lower the glycemic effect, try swapping out sugar with
agave nectar, fruit juices or erythritol. Adding high fiber
ingredients can also help curb the glycemic effect.
4. EMERGING TREND—NON-GMO
VERIFIED/IDENTITY PRESERVED
Today, it’s estimated that more than 90 percent of conventional soybeans and more than 50 percent of conventional corn in the United States is grown from genetically
modified seed. GM versions of canola, papaya, zucchini and
yellow squash have also been introduced and soon “Round
Up Ready” sugar beets will be
coming onto the scene.
The biggest problem with genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
is that we don’t know the problems they might cause. The fact is
that GMO seeds were put on the
market without any testing for
health or environmental side-effects—and now everything
from the dramatic rise in allergies to the creation of super-bugs is being linked to these man-made crops. In Europe
there has been a huge backlash, with countries like Italy
actually legally banning GMOs altogether and EU labeling
laws identifying products with GMOs. This anti-GMO trend
is likely to cross overseas soon, thus many U.S. companies
are taking proactive steps.
“Although USDA regulations prohibit GMOs, as more
“Organic processors have a huge opportunity
to take their authenticity to the next level by supporting other
socially responsible initiatives in their product development.”
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