# Easy-to-Swallow Snack Bars Eat Bar is a Meringue-Like Snack for Those Who Have Trouble Swallowing By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-03-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-bar References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/speech-pathologist-creates-snack-for-people-who-have-difficulty-swallowing-300806411.html) & [theeatbar](https://www.theeatbar.com/collections/eat) Eat Bar is an innovative, easy-to-eat snack bar created by a speech language pathologist to support those who have difficulty swallowing. The melt-in-your-mouth bar is offered in Strawberry, Lemon, White Chocolate and Dark Chocolate varieties with a non-GMO, [gluten-free, nut-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-protein-bar) and Kosher formula. The [high-calorie bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hearty-bars) boast [meringue-like textures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebells-marshmallow-peanut-road) and provide a source of fat, protein, dietary fiber and more. Beyond this, Eat Bar co-founder Tia Bagan notes: "Food is so much more than just a source of nutrition." The Eat Bar also has the potential to nourish those who struggle with appetite issues or getting an adequate amount of calories in their daily diet. Already, consumers of all ages are responding well to the Eat Bar and it has already proved itself to be a great help for toddlers with sensory issues and people in hospice care. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Easy-to-swallow Snacks:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop new snack products with meringue-like textures that are easy to swallow, catering to individuals who have difficulty swallowing. - **Nutrition for Appetite Challenges:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create specialized snack bars that are high in calories and provide essential nutrients, targeting individuals with appetite issues or who struggle to meet their daily caloric needs. - **Snacks for Special Diets:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Produce snack bars that are non-GMO, gluten-free, nut-free, and Kosher certified, appealing to individuals with dietary restrictions or specific dietary preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage Industry:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Incorporate meringue-like textures and high nutritional value into innovative snack bar products, catering to various consumer needs. - **Healthcare Industry:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Partner with healthcare providers to offer easy-to-swallow snack bars as a nutritional option for patients with swallowing difficulties or appetite challenges. - **Nutrition and Wellness Industry:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop specialized snack bars that meet specific dietary requirements, providing convenience and nutrition for individuals following special diets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimally Processed Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-nut-bar.md) - [Gut-Supporting Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biome-bars.md) - [Bite-Sized Protein Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-bite-protein-bar.md) - [Athlete-Specific Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-bars1.md) - [Nutritious Breakfast Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superfood-energy-bar-peanut-chocolate-bar.md) - [Plant-Powered Meal Replacement Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-virgin.md) - [Fiber-Rich Cereal Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpen-oat-blends.md) - [Meal-Donating Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/act-bars.md) - [Jelly Energy Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelly-energy-bar.md)