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6 @specialityfood ENERGY As our lives get increasingly busier, it’s only natural that consumers will be on the lookout for products which can boost their energy levels and help them tick all the boxes that modern life demands. The past few years have seen products launched which throw aside the reputation of energy food being sugar-filled and additive-heavy. Here are our picks of the best quality options out there today. VELOFORTE CLASSICO ENERGY BAR An award-winning combination of almonds, citrus and honey, designed to keep you going all day. veloforte.cc ADUNA SUPERFOOD ENERGY BARS Delicious fruit and nut energy bars powered by nutrient-rich African superfoods. aduna.com YAAR NORDIC QUARK BAR Sweet and creamy quark coated in a Belgian chocolate or caramel, for a sweet indulgence on the go. yaarbar.com SERIOUS PIG CRUNCHY SNACKING CHEESE Mature Italian hard cheese, packed full of flavour and depth, oven baked for a seriously big crunch. seriouspig.london BIOTIFUL DAIRY MANGO KEFIR Fermented British milk with authentic live kefir grains and real fruit, boasting billions of gut-friendly bacteria. biotifuldairy.com DAIRY As the popularity of protein continues to gain strength, it’s only natural that dairy – as a great protein source – has seen a raft of new products hit the market. From on- the-go bottles of probiotic yoghurt to cheesy bites and innovative cheesecake-like bars, this is a delicious way to feel deliciously satisfied. D E GRAIN Once considered the preserve of socks and sandals-clad shoppers, over the past few years grains have earned themselves a seat at the trend table. Ancient grains such as spelt, teff and sorghum are more familiar to today’s consumers than ever, and bring with them an air of increased health benefits – as well as fine food credentials. Very familiar ingredients such as oats, chia seeds and quinoa are also on the list and can be found in a range of snacks, from Pep & Lekker’s Fennel & Chia Seed snack bites to The Unrefined Bakery’s Almond Butter Flapjack. G VALA ENERGY GEL A 100% natural blend of maple syrup, date paste, chia seeds, lemon juice, lime juice, matcha tea powder and Halen Môn sea salt. valaenergy.com F FRUIT You could head out the door with a banana, apple or orange in your bag, or you could opt for a snack which offers a nutritional boost in a more convenient format. There are plenty of options on the market, from snack-sized bags of dried fruit such as apricots and figs, to crunchy freeze-dried strawberries which are perfect for kids and adults alike. Fruit bars have been popular for years now and still offer a great solution for fruit lovers on-the-go; look out for a minimal ingredients list and no added sugar to attract health-conscious shoppers.