The Focus Will Be on Eating for Health, Not Weight Loss
"There is a nutrition and social justice movement gaining enormous momentum and traction among dietitians and enlightened health care practitioners alike," says Monica Auslander Moreno, MS, RD, LD/N, nutrition consultant for RSP Nutrition. Instead of focusing on diet culture, she suggests that this model of health care shifts the focus onto intuitive eating, eating for nourishment and honoring that weight loss shouldn't be a goal for most.
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Portable, Protein-Packed Snacks Will Take Center Stage
"Consumers are wising up that vegan, gluten-free, organic candy and chips are just that — candy and chips," Moreno says. Instead, consumers will demand portable, on-the-go snacks that suit a busy lifestyle but also provide satiety with protein, fat, and fiber.
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Frozen Oats Will Become More Popular
"I predict people will wise up to the fact that oatmeal can be pre-cooked, vacuum-sealed, bagged and frozen for a quick thaw or reheat when needed," Moreno says. This is an affordable, nutritious way to do breakfast for an entire family and the flavor algorithms are endless.
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Seed Butters Will Also Trend in 2019
"Folks are realizing that seeds can be potent sources of fiber, healthy fats, protein and micronutrients," Moreno says. Her prediction? Look out for a tahini tidal wave this year.
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Expect MCT Oil to Become More Mainstream
"MCT oil (or medium-chain triglycerides) has many benefits for the mind and the body, from curbing cravings for sugar and carbs to helping with weight loss to increase stamina and focus," says Dave Asprey, CEO of Bulletproof, a line of high-performance proteins and supplements. Brain Octane Oil, $23.50, is the next step in this trend, he says, and it's already become a staple ingredient and product at Bulletproof.
