# Adaptogenic Buckwheat Clusters Clusterbucks are Sprouted Buckwheat Snacks Packed with Protein By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-08-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buckwheat-snacks References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/16720-food-entrepreneur-expo-showcases-emerging-brands-and-trends) & [lovelilbucks](https://www.lovelilbucks.com/product/turmeric-lemon-myrtle-clusterbucks/) Lil Bucks' Clusterbucks are nourishing sprouted buckwheat snacks that are full of protein, magnesium and fiber. The adaptogenic buckwheat clusters combine the nutritious value and crunch of sprouted buckwheat with [adaptogen powder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sekwl) to support feelings of calm and boosted immunity. Joining the Chocolate Reishi Clusterbucks featuring the "Mushroom of Immortality" is an all-new Turmeric Lemon Myrtle flavor that's described as savory, sweet, spicy and citrusy. Made with a base of [sprouted buckwheat groats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paktli), these new snacks are enhanced with anti-inflammatory turmeric and lemon myrtle from the [Australian Superfood Co.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poco-vino) to support Indigenous communities. These featured ingredients are joined by a handful of other simple additions like pumpkin seeds, ginger, cloves and black pepper for flavor and texture. Image Credit: Lil Bucks ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Adaptogenic Snacks:** Creating and marketing snacks formulated with adaptogenic ingredients to support wellbeing and boost immunity. - **Functional Superfoods:** Developing innovative snacks with functional superfoods to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Indigenous Ingredients:** Incorporating indigenous ingredients into snack formulations to promote diversity and sustainability. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Health Snacks:** Health snack manufacturers can use adaptogens and functional superfoods to create innovative products for consumers seeking nutritious snacks. - **Plant-based Foods:** Plant-based snack producers can leverage adaptogenic and indigenous ingredients to create unique products that cater to health-conscious and eco-conscious consumers. - **Indigenous Food and Beverages:** Companies in the indigenous food and beverage industry can promote their unique ingredients to snack manufacturers and promote economic diversity in their communities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crunchy Buckwheat Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everything-bucks-seasoning.md) - [Gut-Supporting Plant-Powered Superfoods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-bold-health.md) - [Premium Plant Protein Sources](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buck-nutra.md) - [Immune Energy Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immune-energy-chews.md) - [Seed-Based Snack Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superseed-snack-clusters.md) - [Superfood-Infused Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfoodinfused-chocolate-bites.md) - [Superfood Truffle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-cups.md) - [Stress Relief Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/refrigerated-nutrition-bars.md) - [Snackable Granola Clusters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natures-garden-clusters.md)