# Meal-Replacing Purees These Fruit Purees from FMR Makes a Portable Meal Supplement By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2015-11-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-puree References: [axcessnutrition.au](http://www.axcessnutrition.com.au/flavour-creations-smooth-fruits-formulated-meal-replacement-fmr.html) & [flavourcreations.au](https://www.flavourcreations.com.au/products/nutrition/nutritionally-complete:fmrs/SmoothFruits/Banana&Mango) Don't be deceived by the small container sizes of these [high-protein fruit puree portions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-collagen-fruit-spreads) from Flavour Creations—they were developed to be the equivalent of a full meal. The FMR Smooth Fruits come in exotic flavors like Banana & Mango, Pineapple & Coconut, as well as Plum & Apple that can be served either hot or cold. The ready-to-consume cups provide 10 grams of protein, 26 essential vitamins and minerals, as well as plentiful sources of calcium and energy. As people look for ways to cope with increasingly busy lifestyles, eating habits are changing drastically—when preparing small meals and [to-go snack options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-snack-cups) do not suffice, [meal replacements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miils-cereal-protein-shake) are being favored as a convenient and nourishing alternative. Additionally, as Flavour Creations puts it: Smooth Fruits are "ideal for those with compromised nutritional status and poor appetites." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Meal-replacing Purees:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative flavors and packaging for meal-replacing purees to cater to the growing demand for convenient and nourishing alternatives. - **Convenient Meal Replacements:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new and improved ready-to-consume meal replacement cups that offer high protein content, essential nutrients, and cater to people with compromised nutritional status and poor appetites. - **Changing Eating Habits:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design flexible meal solutions that meet the needs of busy individuals by providing convenient, on-the-go options with balanced nutrition and a variety of appealing flavors. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the food and beverage industry by creating new meal replacement products that offer convenience, nutrition, and a wide range of appealing flavors. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore opportunities in the health and wellness industry by developing meal replacement solutions that cater to people with compromised nutritional status and poor appetites, providing them with convenient and nourishing options. - **Packaging and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Innovate in the packaging and design industry by creating attractive and practical packaging solutions for meal-replacing purees that enhance convenience and portability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Bottled Meal Replacements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpro-meal-to-go.md) - [Complete Meal Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arla-protein-food-to-go.md) - [On-the-Go Fruit Protein Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-smoothie.md) - [Dairy-Based Meal Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/complete-meal-to-go.md) - [Nutrient-Rich Fortified Porridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-restore-porridge.md) - [Pouch-Packaged Fruit Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motts-fruit-smoothie.md) - [Meal Replacement Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-meal-smoothies.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-meal-replacement.md) - [Vitaminized Fruit Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/froosh.md)