# Nutritious Pediatric Beverages Pediatric Standard 1.2 Chocolate Helps Kids Maintain Healthy Weight By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-05-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-standard-12-chocolate References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/kate-farms-launches-chocolate-flavor-of-pediatric-standard-1-2-plant-based-medical-nutrition-formula-301537895.html)  Pediatric Standard 1.2 launched as the first pediatric standard formula from [Kate Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-shake) and now, the brand is introducing a [chocolate flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-greens-superfoods) to help kids maintain healthy weights. The plant-based, organic nutrition formula helps to support the medical and dietary needs of kids between the ages of one to 13 and it delivers a boost to those who are slightly underweight. Perfect for picky eaters, this new kid-pleasing flavor promises to serve a wide variety of young ones, especially since it is free from common allergens, artificial sweeteners and GMO ingredients. Additionally, the formula is lactose-free, vegan and gluten-free. This new launch from Kate Farms joins its existing solutions and continues to respond to the growing demand for [plant-based nutrition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-nutrition-shake) in clinical and homecare settings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Pediatric Formulas:** There is an opportunity for brands to expand their offerings for plant-based, organic nutrition formulas with variations of popular flavors to cater to different taste preferences, especially in the pediatric market. - **Allergen-free Beverages:** An opportunity exists for companies to remove common allergens, artificial sweeteners, and GMO ingredients from beverages to serve a wider variety of consumers and meet growing dietary demands. - **Weight Management for Kids:** There is an opportunity for brands to explore and develop formulas specifically targeting weight management for children, which can help prevent childhood obesity and promote healthier lifestyles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Pediatric Nutrition:** The pediatric nutrition industry can continue to innovate and produce plant-based formulas, such as Kate Farms, that address the medical and dietary needs of children. - **Food and Beverage:** Companies in the food and beverage industry can develop allergen-free products to cater to consumers with dietary restrictions and align with shifting consumer preferences. - **Healthcare:** Hospitals and homecare settings can consider offering plant-based pediatric formulas, like Kate Farms, as a dietary option for their patients and clients to improve health outcomes and meet growing needs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Kid-Focused Nutritious Plant-Based Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-shake.md) - [Plant-Based Pediatric Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-peptide-10.md) - [Plant-Based Tube Feeding Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kate-farms.md) - [Developmental Nutritional Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidzprotein.md) - [Tube Feeding Meal Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pediatric-blended-meals.md) - [Nutritional Kid-Focused Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-heights-kidzprotein-nutritional-shakes.md) - [Kid-Friendly Milk Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiki-milk.md) - [Plant-Based Kid-Friendly Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koia-kids.md) - [Chocolate-Flavored Green Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-greens-superfoods.md)