# Health-Conscious Children's Soups These MAGGI Soups are Free from Unwanted Ingredients By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-10-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggi-soups References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/nestle-middle-east-release-new-maggi-soups-for-children/) & [maggime](https://www.maggime.com) Worldwide concern about childhood health and food choices has many parents seeking out better options for their little ones to eat, which has brands responding with new products like these [MAGGI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggi-noodles) soups for kids. The soup lineup for children are all free from additives, artificial ingredients, flavors and colorants, and maintains an ingredient profile that is one-third vegetables. Each of the soups are also made with wholesome animal pasta shapes that are fun for kids and helps round them off as substantial meal options for lunch or dinner. Speaking on the new soups, Nutrition, Health & Wellness Manager at Nestlé Middle East, Sarah Kanaan, explained that, "MAGGI has been an integral part of many lives over several decades, and we are strongly committed to encouraging healthier food habits among families and children around the world. These new soups come as part of our Nestlé for Healthier Kids commitment to the region to add three new products a year that are nutritionally designed for children’s needs." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Health-conscious Children's Soups:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Brands can capitalize on the growing demand for healthier options for kids by offering soups that are free from additives and other unwanted ingredients. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Companies in the food and beverage industry can develop and market healthier soup options specifically designed for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Veggie-First Children's Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lil-gourmets.md) - [Kid-Friendly Plant-Based Food Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggy-kids.md) - [Kid-Friendly Free-From Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourish-by-kirstys.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Veggie Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-safari.md) - [Kid-Friendly Bone Broth Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-broth-pouch.md) - [Kid-Friendly Hummus Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hummus-for-kids.md) - [Private Label Organic Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-grocers-organic-soups.md) - [Clean-Ingredient Ready Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proper-good-soups.md) - [Limited-Edition Kid Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-mac-cheese.md)