Category Archives: Selling Wellness

Consumer interest in healthy lifestyles is thriving and supermarket retailers realize they need to make wellness products a fundamental part of their store offerings. Grocery Headquarters’ new Selling Wellness section is a resource for grocery retailers looking to become more knowledgeable about this burgeoning category and learning to manage it more efficiently. This section educates readers on the latest trends, news and promotional tactics for products featured in all aisles of the store such as organics, naturals, functional foods and supplements.

Beautiful beverages

Posted on Jul 1, 2010 by .

More than just thirst-quenching, many of today’s natural beverages have a functional side as well. By Carol Radice Whether consu­mers are looking to reduce … Continue reading →

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The case for dairy

Posted on Jun 1, 2010 by .

Experts say natural and organic dairy sales are back on track thanks to innovative products and heightened consumer awareness. By Carol Radice Experts following … Continue reading →

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A boost from nature

Posted on May 1, 2010 by .

Many grocers have scaled back their traditional general merchandise offerings. Can their natural and organic counterparts fare better? By Carol Radice In a time … Continue reading →

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Circling the wagons

Posted on Apr 1, 2010 by .

In a battered economy, are retailers and suppliers doing enough to encourage growth in the health and wellness category? By Carol Radice A year … Continue reading →

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New beginnings

Posted on Mar 1, 2010 by .

Hot, cold and frozen, there is a steady stream of healthier and convenient breakfast choices hitting supermarket shelves. By Carol Radice When it comes … Continue reading →

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Addressing food allergies

Posted on Feb 1, 2010 by .

A host of allergen-free foods are expected to hit the shelves this year. By Carol Radice For some people, a food allergy can re­sult … Continue reading →

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On the path to wellness

Posted on Jan 4, 2010 by .

Grocery Headquarters‘ Trailblazer Awards recognize excellence in 19 health and wellness categories. By Carol Radice Since 2006, Grocery Headquarters’ annual Trailblazer Awards have honored … Continue reading →

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A piece of the pie

Posted on Dec 1, 2009 by .

With the holidays around the corner and the inevitable New Year’s resolutions following soon thereafter, experts say there’s no time like the present for … Continue reading →

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Private label allure

Posted on Nov 2, 2009 by .

If marketing research firms truly have their finger on the pulse of consumers, it looks like organic and natural private label programs are here … Continue reading →

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Moovin’ on over

Posted on Oct 1, 2009 by .

Blame it on the eco­nomy or just plain maturing of the category, but natural and organic dairy sales are beginning to wane, leaving experts … Continue reading →

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Balancing act

Posted on Dec 1, 2008 by .

It’s basic economics. Supply and demand are interrelated and prices fluctuate in response to market conditions. But it is not always easy to apply … Continue reading →

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Healthy bites

Posted on Dec 1, 2008 by .

Upfront on nutrition factsA new front-of-pack nutrition labeling program has been designed to help shoppers make more nutritious food and beverages choices. Developed under … Continue reading →

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