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Before there was fiber-maxxing or snack-sized bags of pretzels packing 30 grams of protein, there was collagen.

To be fair, collagen never left us, but it has been overshadowed in recent years by other trends.

At Expo West last week, the healthy skin, nail and hair protein reasserted itself. Similar to creatine, collagen is still prevalent as a powdered supplement, but it's finding a place as a value-add, aligning itself with broader trends in protein, gut-health and low-sugar offerings.

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The Nosh team reviews Quinn Filled Pretzel Sticks and KrackCorn caramel popcorn.

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David Protein is facing a class action lawsuit, filed in New York federal court, claiming it significantly understates the calories and fat content in its protein bars.

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Keep It REAL Foods is betting that vertical integration is the key to unlocking longevity for a quintet of founder-led companies that it recently brought together under the newly established moniker. 

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Food As Medicine (FIM) programs could create over $45 billion in state economic activity if implemented and made accessible to all eligible patients, according to a new report from The Rockefeller Foundation. 

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Donald Trump is dead set on tariffs. After the Supreme Court struck down his signature economic policy last month, the Trump administration is now launching “excess industrial capacity” investigations into 16 U.S. trade partners.

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The Open Food Company added Jonathan Clark as fractional CFO and Matthew Langille as creative strategic advisor as the open-source CPG holding company launches a $3 million seed round to scale its “radically transparent” business model, according to CEO Renée Gilbault.

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Here’s a look at leading headlines from around the food industry. Go beyond the headlines with Insiders access.

1. Banza Extends Beyond Gluten-Free With Protein Pasta Launch

2. Tangy, Tart and Fermented Flavors Pop Among New Innovations

3. Hidden Veggies Pop Up In Breakfast Launches at Expo West

4. Nutrient-Dense Micro Meals, Small Indulgent Bites Fuel New Innovation

5. David Protein Teases Ice Cream Launch at Expo West

This week on the podcast, Monica and Lukas discuss the acquisitions of frozen dessert maker My/Mochi Ice Cream and next-generation sports drink brand Local Weather. The hosts also speculate about David Protein’s entry into the ice cream category and singer Benson Boone’s involvement with Caliwater.

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