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The way we think about food and nutrition is evolving fast. The Future of Positive Nutrition Stage will explore how science, data, consumer demand, and innovation are shaping the next generation of functional foods and dietary supplements, delivered by leading researchers, brands, and industry experts. Discover how emerging trends and smarter science are helping the industry create products that are healthier, more sustainable, and built for the consumers of tomorrow.
Explore the programme
Please note that sessions within the Future of Positive Nutrition Main Stage are delivered in scheduled streams at the following times: 9:45-10:45, 11:00-12:00 and 14:50-15:50
We kindly ask that, when attending a session, you plan to stay for the full duration of the stream to ensure the best experience for both speakers and attendees.
- 22nd September Session 1: From functional to everyday: redefining positive nutrition in Europe
- 22nd September Session 2: The GLP-1 effect: how appetite is disrupting food innovation in Europe
- 22nd September Session 3: Women’s metabolic health: from niche to everyday nutrition
- 23rd September Session 1: Nutrient density: where food, functional and positive nutrition converge
- 23rd September Session 2: Mainstreaming functional nutrition: from premium claims to everyday food
- 23rd September Session 3: From probiotics to fibre: redefining gut health in Europe
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How health priorities are changing across food and supplement markets Why industry must move from nutrient claims to whole product benefits and real-world outcomes Are we still targeting the right n …
10:00
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Balancing health vs taste, science vs simplicity, trust vs marketing and innovation vs scale across categories What positive nutrition looks like in practice – formats, claims and formulation strateg …
11:00
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Exploring the gap between insight and execution in a GLP-1 world The clash between health goals, hunger, habit and budget What Europe can learn from the US and UK GLP-1 market
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11:30
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Functional nutrition vs clean label: challenges and opportunities Rethinking portions and packaging for changing eating habits What does satiety led product design mean in practice? The next innova …
14:50
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What women seek from functional food and how this aligns with hormones, metabolism and long-term well-being Where the science is strongest: protein, fibre and gut health as drivers of everyday metabol …
09:45
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What nutrient density really means: protein quality, fibre, micronutrients, bioavailability Why consumers are shifting from calorie reduction to nutrient optimisation How far can premixes and fortif …
10:05
10:15
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This session will explore how plant-based drinks can deliver a great taste experience while also meeting growing expectations around nutritional quality. Oatly will highlight it’s approach to science- …
10:35
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This case study shows how nutrient density is being applied to support cognitive health, from focus and mental performance to healthy brain ageing. Learn how functional ingredients and nutrient system …
11:00
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Why bakery is the frontline for fibre and metabolic health innovation Can product design nudge healthier behaviour without premium pricing? Is clean label now a baseline rather than a premium?
11:30
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Will private label or brands lead the next phase of positive nutrition? Reformulation or innovation — which delivers the biggest impact? Is clean label now a barrier or a driver of accessibility? Do c …
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Why fibre quality and diversity matter more than fibre quantity Designing for digestive comfort, satiety and glycaemic balance Delivering microbiome benefits through functional foods, beverages and nu …
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Has fibre replaced probiotics as the hero of gut health? Where will consumers place trust: food, supplements or hybrid formats? Creating products to support digestive comfort and inflammation, not jus …
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