# Healthy Classic Candy-Inspired Sweets New SmartSweets Peach Rings Contain 28 Grams of Fiber By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartsweets-peach-rings References: [preparedfoods](https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/122293-smartsweets-peach-rings) & [smartsweets](https://smartsweets.com) The [SmartSweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-smartsweets-products) Peach Rings are the latest creation from the [plant-based gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starburst-goodies) brand that builds on the rising popularity of better-for-you indulgences as consumers seek to decrease their intake of sugar. The candies are inspired by the widely popular and recognizable peach ring slices, but maintain a distinctly healthier profile that contains just three grams of sugar per serving. The candies also contain just 80 calories per bag along with 28 grams of fiber to make them a better option for consumers to choose when craving sweets. The candies are made without any soy, dairy or lactose and are made in a facility that doesn't process any tree nuts, peanuts, wheat or milk. The SmartSweets Peach Rings will be rolling out on June 4 to [Whole Food Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-peach-one) locations nationwide. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Better-for-you Indulgences:** Increasing demand for healthier versions of classic sweets presents opportunities for innovative new products. - **High Fiber Snacks:** There is potential for creating high fiber versions of other popular snacks to provide health-conscious consumers with more options. - **Plant-based Candy:** With the rise of veganism and plant-based diets, there may be space in the candy market for more sweet treats that are free of animal products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Confectionery Industry:** Developing healthy alternatives to classic candies can disrupt the traditional confectionery industry and attract new consumers. - **Health Food Market:** The rise in demand for healthier snacks, like SmartSweets Peach Rings, presents opportunities for growth in the health food market. - **Food Retail Industry:** Retailers like Whole Foods that offer a variety of healthier snack options can cater to the growing demand for better-for-you indulgences and increase their customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinnamon-Flavored Low-Sugar Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-smartsweets-products.md) - [Low-Sugar Caramels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-sugar-caramels.md) - [Shareable Low-Sugar Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartsweets-strawberry-hearts.md) - [Low-Sugar Easter Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/low-sugar-easter-candies.md) - [Better-for-You Tropical Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-stars.md) - [Gut-Friendly Candy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savvy-sweets.md) - [Low-Calorie Sour Gummy Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-blobs1.md) - [High-Fiber Fruit Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naturelly-fruit-gummies.md) - [Healthy Multi-Fruit Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandy.md)