New Year predictionsare a time-honored tradition in the food industry.

Sometimes they get it right.

Nowadays, you’ve got the option to pick up a jar at Target or Walmart quite easily.

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We spoke to experts and poured through the published reports for next year.

Here are five of the most compelling grocery trends that forecasters are anticipating in 2023.

“What’s more, dates are low-glycemic, meaning they do not contribute to blood sugar spikes.”

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Consider the state of our world and remember that bland food is for calmer times.

More Worldly Flavors

The so-calledethnic foods aisleat American supermarkets is generally dominated by Hispanic and Asian foodstuffs.

If you’ve never tried Ghanaian-style shito sauce, you’re in luck!

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you could now pick up a bottle at Target or Walmart.

Another factor: people’s growing sense of freedom to showcase the culinary traditions of their own heritage.

We love the aroma.

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We love the mental energy boost it provides.

The jittery side effects?

It’s one of several up-and-coming products aimed at helping consumers stay sharp without wreaking havoc on their bodies.

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Yaupon contains about 30% less caffeine than coffee, but it’s also an entirely different taste.

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