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Article: Beverages packing a healthy punch: the beverage aisle has always been a destination stop, but growing consumer interest in variety and nutrition could be a key to the current resurgence in the industry. (Center Store).
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- Grocery Headquarters
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- April 1, 2003
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Whether it's because of the aging baby boomers or the national spotlight aimed at Americans' nutrition and exercise habits, industry observers agree that consumers' health concerns are making themselves known throughout the beverage industry. This trend is happening at a time when shoppers demand greater variety in their beverage choices.
The $15.2 billion carbonated beverage industry posted a 2.7% dollar sales growth during the year that ended January 26, according to Chicago-based Information Resources Inc.--a steady number considering the competition from bottled water, iced teas and juices. Of course, part of the reason behind the stronger carbonated sales in ...