# Probiotic-Rich Ice Creams This Plant-Based Ice Cream Ranage is Made with Probiotics By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-ice-cream References: [foodbev](http://www.foodbev.com/news/swedish-company-launches-dairy-free-ice-cream-with-probiotics/) & [bofood.se](http://bofood.se/lovice/) The Swedish food company 'BoFood' recently launched a line of plant-based ice cream that is rich is probiotics. In recent years, there has been a growing demand for products that give consumers a way to consume more probiotics without the need to eat dairy-based foods such as yogurt. This vegan ice cream range provides a healthy alternative for those who cannot or choose not to consume dairy. The new plant-based ice cream line falls under the company's existing 'Lovice' range. Unlike traditional ice cream, the new range is entirely made from plant-based ingredients. As a result, the product is both [dairy-free and vegan friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-skyr). As an added nutritional benefit, the ice cream is made with the LP299V probiotic strain to help consumers enjoy the immunity-boosting benefits of probiotics. Set to hit stores in the second half of 2016, the plant-based desserts will give consumers a dairy-free alternative when it comes to buying [probiotic-rich food products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gut-friendly-coconut-yogurt). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Probiotic-rich Plant-based Foods:** BoFood's plant-based ice cream range provides a healthy alternative for those who cannot or choose not to consume dairy, riding on the demand for probiotic-rich plant-based options. - **Vegan Ice Cream:** BoFood's Lovice range of vegan ice cream is made with plant-based ingredients, providing the growing vegan market with a new range of dairy-free options. - **LP299V Probiotic Strain:** LP299V probiotic strain is used in BoFood's plant-based ice cream range to appeal to those looking for immunity-boosting benefits in their diet. ### Where This Applies - **Plant-based Foods:** BoFood's new line of plant-based ice cream taps into the growing demand for plant-based food options that cater to various dietary restrictions, leading to opportunities for other plant-based food startups. - **Dairy Alternatives:** BoFood's probiotic-rich plant-based ice cream range caters to consumers looking for alternatives to dairy-based food products, leading to potential growth for other non-dairy alternatives. - **Health Food Industry:** The launch of BoFood's plant-based ice cream range, made with probiotics, reflects the growing demand for healthier food options amongst consumers, indicating potential for growth for other health food products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Probiotic Ice Cream Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-ice-cream-cup.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Dairy-Free Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-yogurts.md) - [Plant-Based Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pols-ice-cream.md) - [High-Fiber Protein Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-ice-cream-range.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Frozen Dessert Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-range.md) - [Thick Plant-Powered Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyr-protein-coconut.md) - [Probiotic Dairy-Free Yogurt Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/probiotic-yogurt-alternative.md) - [Legume-Based Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-kitchen-plant-based-ice-cream.md) - [Family-Friendly Dairy-Free Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-yogurt-range.md)