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12 @specialityfood PROTEIN The snacking sector has seen a shift towards healthier options, including snacks that offer a high protein content. From biltong to protein bars, there are a range of products available which can cater to everyone, from the everyday shopper to those fueling active lifestyles. PIP & NUT PEANUT BUTTER CUPS Free from gluten, vegan and contain just 102 calories. Wrapped in ethically sourced, single-origin Colombian dark chocolate. pipandnut.com NUTS Traditional nuts remain a popular snack and are ideal for busy on-the-go consumers. Savoury versions feature interesting flavour combinations such as chilli and spices, while at the sweet end nuts and nut butters are becoming the highlight ingredient in a range of bars and bagged treats. The likes of almonds, walnuts and peanuts will often be the top choice, but for the more adventurous shopper, macadamia, pili and tiger nuts will be of interest. N P REAL HANDFUL STRAWBERRY STOMP TRAIL MIX A combination of premium dried fruit and nut ingredients alongside naturally flavour-infused raisins. realhandful.com CAMBROOK FOODS NUTS The award-winning premium nut supplier has launched a range of new products, which includes the bagged Baked Cashews & Peanuts with Chilli & Lime. cambrookfoods.co.uk ORGANIC Products with an organic label adhere to strict guidelines to ensure that lower levels of pesticides and no artificial fertilizers are used when growing produce. According to the Soil Association’s Organic Market 2020 report, the UK organic market continues to grow year-on-year, with £200m being spent on organic products every month. With the consumer demand there it’s time to assess organic offerings and ensure that shoppers have a range of options to choose from. O £200M IS BEING SPENT ON ORGANIC PRODUCTS EVERY MONTH SOURCE: SOIL ASSOCIATION ORGANIC MARKET 2020 REPORT TRAILHEAD TERIYAKI BEEF JERKY PGI Welsh beef meets traditional Japanese cooking for a high protein snack that is also free from gluten. trailheadfinefoods.co.uk VIVE SALTED CARAMEL BAR Featuring a salted caramel flavour and whole roasted peanuts, this bar features natural ingredients and 10g of plant protein. eatvive.com Over the past five years, protein consumption has risen by 3.9% [Kantar 260 w/e 16 June 2019] SOURCE: THE GROCER’S NATURAL POWER: PROTEIN CATEGORY REPORT 2019