Protein

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Gen Z, Millennials Are Driving Protein Demand as Others Reject the Trend

Protein is facing some backlash — yet it still reigns supreme as a dietary trend, especially among younger consumers.

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Fitness & Wellness Brands Embrace Playful Marketing for April Fools’ Day

Protein vapes, motor oil energy drinks and mushroom toothpaste: April Fools' Day 2026 is holding up a mirror to the wellness industry.

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David Protein Leans Into Calorie Controversy With ‘Mean Girls’ Spoof

David is having some fun while directly disputing a lawsuit that alleges its protein bars contain 80% more calories and 400% more fat than labeled.

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David Protein Faces Lawsuit Over Calorie Mislabeling Allegations

David asserts the class-action claims are unfounded, saying it stands by its claim that its protein bars contain only 150 calories.

Super Bowl Advertisers Are Playing Offense on Wellness

This year's Super Bowl LX ad slate shows just how much has changed in the conversation around health and wellness.

Trubar Sells for $173M Amid Protein Bar Boom

Trubar's $173 million deal marks the latest acquisition in the protein gold rush, and seemingly everyone wants in.

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Longevity Expert Dr. Peter Attia Steps Down From David Protein After Epstein Links

Dr. Peter Attia was an investor in David Protein and participated in its $10 million seed funding round in August 2024.

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Starbucks’ Protein Rollout Is Paying Off, With More Healthy Options To Come

Starbucks executives say protein is driving traffic, as the coffee giant builds out a deeper push into fiber and energy offerings.

Tom Brady Pulls Plug on TB12, Pivoting to Nobull Nutrition 

The move comes after Brady's TB12 supplement and sports performance line merged with activewear brand Nobull in 2024.

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Beyond Meat Shakes Up Strategy in Protein Drink Play

Beyond Meat is expanding beyond the plant-based meat-substitute category and entering beverages in a major product shakeup.