# Plant-Powered Probiotic Snacks KunaPops' Superfood Snack Combines Chia, Quinoa and Probiotics By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-12-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kunapops References: [kunapops](http://www.kunapops.com/) KunaPops are a new superfood snack product from LiveKuna that puts a premium on nourishing consumers with plant-based protein from sources like quinoa and chia seeds. The healthy snack options are offered in three savory flavors, including White Cheddar, Tomato & Basil and Spicy Chili. As well as appealing to consumers who are looking for a vegan, gluten-free or kosher grab-and-go snack powered by plant-based proteins, KunaPops will catch the eyes of consumers who are looking to avoid allergens, additives, preservatives and artificial flavors. The snacks are also packed with probiotics that help to support one's natural immune and digestive system functions. As "Kuna" means "to give" in the indigenous Quechua language from the Andes, LiveKuna has partnered with ME to WE to support students in Ecuador with healthy food, agricultural training, school kitchens and school gardens. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 66% | 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Plant-based Protein Snacks:** Opportunity to disrupt the snack industry by offering plant-based protein snacks that cater to vegan, gluten-free, and kosher consumers. - **Allergen-free Snack Alternatives:** Opportunity to create snacks that are free from allergens, additives, preservatives, and artificial flavors to meet the demands of health-conscious consumers. - **Probiotic-infused Foods:** Opportunity to innovate by incorporating probiotics into snacks to support consumers' immune and digestive system functions. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snack:** Disrupt the snack industry by introducing plant-based protein snacks that cater to specific dietary needs. - **Health Food:** Offer allergen-free snacks with natural ingredients to provide healthier alternatives for health-conscious consumers. - **Functional Food:** Enter the market of functional foods by creating snacks infused with probiotics to enhance consumers' well-being. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prebiotic Protein-Rich Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koia-protein-pop.md) - [Churro-Flavored Nut Butter Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nut-butter-bar1.md) - [Health-Conscious Probiotic Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-protein-bar.md) - [Snackable Kefir Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milino-kefir-creme-snack.md) - [Globally Inspired Protein Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-chips.md) - [High-Protein Pea Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-nutrition.md) - [Gut-Supporting Veggie Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-hiprotein-veggie.md) - [Probiotic Fruit Puree Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruichias.md) - [Probiotic Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-almonds.md)