# Dried Aloe Vera Snacks 'Alo Snacks' Pairs Dried Aloe Vera with Exotic, Naturally Sweet Fruits By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-01-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dried-aloe-vera References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2019/gallery-fancy-food-show-features-on-the-go-snacks#pic-5) & [alosnacks](https://alosnacks.com/) With its dried aloe vera and fruit snacks, Alo Snacks was among one of the many [snack food brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-fruit-snaps) at the Winter Fancy Food Show sharing a nutritious on-the-go option for health-conscious consumers. While there are countless brands that offer conveniently packaged [dried fruit snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-fruit-bites), Alo Snacks sets itself apart by pairing what it has identified as "the world’s first aloe vera dried fruit" with other [exotic flavors from Asia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globally-inspired-betterforyou-snack), such as slices of ginger sourced from Thailand or colorful, naturally sweet chunks of South Asian mango. Alo Snacks is a new venture from the creators of Alo Drink—an aloe vera-based fruit drink—which is also said to pair well with the dried aloe vera fruit snacks. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Healthy Snack Alternatives:** Opportunity for developing and marketing nutritious and unique snack options that cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Exotic Flavor Combinations:** Innovative opportunity to explore and create new flavor combinations using exotic fruits and ingredients from different regions. - **Aloe Vera-based Products:** Potential for expanding the use of aloe vera in various product categories, leveraging its health benefits and versatility. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Snack Food Industry:** A chance to introduce healthier snacking options, incorporating unique ingredients like aloe vera and exotic fruits. - **Beverage Industry:** Exploration of incorporating aloe vera into a range of beverages, capitalizing on its popularity as a health-focused ingredient. - **Natural Health and Wellness Industry:** Opportunity to promote and develop products that emphasize the health benefits of aloe vera and exotic fruits for a wellness-focused audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canned Sparkling Juices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkling-juices.md) - [Dried Mangosteen Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dried-mangosteen.md) - [Superfood Pittaya Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soul-fruit.md) - [Cold-Pressed Fruit Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solely-fruit-jerky-multipacks.md) - [Fruity Nutrient-Rich Holiday Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezedried-snacks.md) - [Healthy Dehydrated Fruit Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vibe-foods.md) - [Antioxidant-Rich Jackfruit Chews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruit-chews.md) - [Two-Ingredient Fruit Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solely-fruit-snacks.md) - [Freeze-Dried Fruit Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezedried-fruit-bites.md)