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# Berry-Flavored Meal Replacements
Huel's Meal Replacement Drinks Contribute to a Balanced Diet

By Ell Smith | Published 2018-07-10 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huels-meal-replacement
References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/huel-adds-berry-flavour-to-its-line-of-meal-replacement-powders/) & [uk.huel](https://uk.huel.com/)

Controlling one's appetite while maintaining a healthy and balanced diet may seem like an impossible pairing, but thanks to [Huel's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meal-powder) [meal replacement drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-shake), consumers can ingest less calories without losing the vital nutrients that solid food provides.

The brand's newly introduced berry powder offers consumers a "[nutritionally complete](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneak-energy-2)" meal replacement that tastes as good as it makes one feel. The unique formula arrives with a strawberry, raspberry and blueberry flavor profile, appealing to those who enjoy a more convenient way of consuming their fruit. This fruity alternative follows Huel's coffee-infused meal replacement line, while acknowledging the different taste preferences of its consumers.

According to Huel, these drinks offers all the necessary vitamins one needs to lead a healthy lifestyle.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.9/10
- Popularity: 26% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Meal Replacement Drinks:** Meal replacement drinks are becoming more popular as people look for convenient, nutritionally complete options to replace traditional meals.
- **Flavorful Meal Replacements:** Offering a variety of flavorful options for meal replacements is a trend that appeals to consumers looking for convenience without sacrificing taste.
- **Healthy Alternatives to Solid Food:** Providing a nutritionally complete meal replacement that offers a healthy alternative to traditional solid food is a trend that is gaining momentum as people continue to prioritize their health and wellbeing.

### Where This Applies

- **Food and Beverage:** As Huel's meal replacement drinks gain popularity, the food and beverage industry can look for ways to incorporate nutritionally complete meal replacement options into their product lines.
- **Fitness and Wellness:** The trend towards healthy, nutritious meal replacements aligns with the goals of the fitness and wellness industry, offering innovative solutions for health-conscious consumers.
- **Convenience Stores:** Providing convenient, healthy meal replacement options for on-the-go consumers is a disruptive innovation opportunity that convenience stores can leverage to attract health-conscious customers.

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