# Guilt-Free Gourmet Popcorn 'Live Love Pop' Makes Gourmet Popcorn Snacks That Emphasize Health By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-01-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-popcorn-snacks References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2017/12/13/live-love-pop) & [livelovepop](https://livelovepop.com/) Consumers often believe that they have to settle for a snack that is either extremely flavorful or healthy—but [Live Love Pop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-pistachios) is a brand that aims to change this perspective with its gourmet popcorn snacks. Live Love Pop embraces bold, eye-catching colors for the designs of its popcorn snack packaging, which shows off unforgettable flavors like Lime Fresco, Honey BBQ and [Truffle Salt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-and-white-cheddar-protein-popcorn). The brand prides itself on offering a low-calorie snack that is made with simple ingredients, calling its product: "the guilt-free gourmet snack you can't resist and don't have to." While many snack products include a few labels and certifications, the ones from Live Love Pop proudly show off formulas that are rich in fiber, non-GMO, gluten-free, [vegan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-white-cheddar-popcorn), whole grain, as well as free from preservatives, artificial flavors and ingredients. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 19% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gourmet Popcorn Snacks:** The trend of gourmet popcorn snacks emphasizes the fusion of indulgence and health, offering unique flavors and guilt-free options. - **Eye-catching Packaging:** The trend of eye-catching packaging for snack products creates a memorable visual experience that attracts consumers. - **Clean Label Snacks:** The trend of clean label snacks focuses on products made with simple, natural ingredients, appealing to health-conscious consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can innovate by creating more gourmet popcorn snack options that cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry has opportunities to create visually appealing designs for snack products, enhancing the overall consumer experience. - **Natural Food Industry:** The natural food industry can develop and market more clean label snack options that prioritize simple, healthy ingredients and appeal to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Algae-Infused Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-zero-popcorn.md) - [Sparkling Kettle Corn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-salty-kettle-corn.md) - [Better-for-You Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popchips-popcorn.md) - [DIY Snacking Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-popping-kernels.md) - [Gourmet Kettle Corn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belles-gourmet-popcorn.md) - [Savory Prepackaged Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-proper-snacks-propercorn.md) - [Colorful Premium Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-kitchen-rainbow-sweet-salt.md) - [Premium Healthy Popcorn](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcornopolis1.md) - [Whole-Grain Purple Kernel Popcorns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-kernel-popcorns.md)