# Ancient Grain Smoothies These Healthy Smoothies Blend Fruits with Quinoa, Millet and More By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2016-07-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-smoothies References: [trndmonitor](https://trndmonitor.com/drink-spotlight-uji-millet-mango-smoothie/) & [ujismoothies](http://www.ujismoothies.com/) These healthy smoothies by [Uji](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-matcha-beverages) come in standard fruit flavors like citrus, mixed berries and pina colada that are enriched with nourishing ancient grains that have been revered for centuries and are once again coming into the mainstream. These ancient grains and often found in some breakfast cereals, but Uji uses them as a nourishing base for its [filling fruit smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-smoothies). The refreshing smoothie beverages are packed with nutrient-dense grains like millet, quinoa and sorghum, which make it easy to sate hunger on the go. Now that many consumers lack the time for larger sit-down meals, portable foods like these ones can easily be packed with superfoods and ancient grains in order to deliver a large dose of nutrition from a single ready-to-drink or ready-to-eat source. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Ancient Grain Smoothies:** Blend popular fruits with nutritious grains for a healthy on-the-go option. - **Rising Popularity of Ancient Grains:** As consumers seek out healthier options, incorporating ancient grains into products presents an opportunity for brands. - **Convenience Foods with Added Nutrition:** As consumers get busier, offering convenient and healthy food options will continue to be in demand. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for companies to introduce new products or add to existing product lines with ancient grains and nutrient-dense options. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunity for companies to cater to consumers seeking healthier food options with added nutrients. - **Packaged Food:** Opportunity for brands to offer portable, convenient foods that don't sacrifice nutrition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nutritious Green Tea Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everbowl.md) - [Superfruit Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swirl-smoothie-bowls.md) - [Convenient Grain-Based Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seeds-of-change-2.md) - [Ancient Grain Grits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gruff-ancient-grain-grits.md) - [Functional Fruit Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blueberry-focus-super-smoothie.md) - [Functional Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-smoothie-bowls.md) - [Exotic Vegan-Friendly Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoothie-king-smoothie-bowl.md) - [Fruit-Forward Smoothie Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoothie-king-1.md) - [Ancient Grain Oats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-organic-rolled-oats.md)