Product preview: Food Matters Live 2015

Lisa Jenkins looks forward to the products with a healthy or nutritional slant that will be on display at this year's Food Matters Live event on 17-19 November at ExCeL London

Food Matters Live is the UK's first cross- sector event bringing together professionals from across the food and drink, nutrition and health industries to address a very contemporary issue: the relationship between food, health, nutrition and their connections with the environment, population health and wellbeing.

Incorporated into this three-day show are a host of features, as well as exhibitors showcasing their products in this fast-growing market.

The Enterprise Zone, sponsored by the Unilever Foundry, will showcase the most cutting-edge and innovative solutions from start-up businesses promoting their latest food and drink products, services and new formulations.

Drink Well is a dedicated area show- casing ‘better for you' drinks. This area enables visitors to taste and learn more about the nutrient profiles of a range of soft drinks.

New for 2015, the Tea Garden provides a dedicated area promoting the natural properties and health benefits of tea. The interactive space will provide companies with the opportunity to run tasting sessions and demonstrations explaining the health benefits of a variety of different blends.

Here, we take a peek at some of the best products to look out for at the event, taking place from 17-19 November 2015 at London's ExCel.

Designed to be a healthy option for those with mindful snacking at top of their agenda, gluten-free Munchy Seeds provide a versatile way to incorporate nutritionally dense seeds into every mealtime. They are available in eight varieties, including Omega Sprinkles, Crunchy Bites, Pumpkin Power and Choccy Ginger.

Stand 221a

www.munchyseeds.co.uk

The Raw Chocolate Company creates products that are raw, organic, Fairtrade, gluten- and soy-free, vegetarian and vegan certified.

Stand 232

www.therawchocolatecompany.com

Ugg Foods has formulated a range of superfood recipe mixes for delicious and nutritious loaves, cakes and muffins, suitable for catering establishments.

Stand EZ42

www.uggfoods.com

Stand EZ13

www.tplusdrinks.com

Bella Berry will be showcasing three new flavours launched last month: Superfruit, Summer Fruit and Tropical.

Stand EZ47

www.bellaberrybeauty.com

Yau's Binchotan Charcoal Noodles are activated with charcoal which Yau claims will cleanse your system by trapping all the impurities and toxins in your body and carrying them away.

Stand EZ58

www.bonnieyau.co.uk

Healthy snacking brand Nim's Fruit Crisps has relaunched with a five-strong range of 100% fresh-fruit variants, including Apple, Pineapple & Mango, Pear & Kiwi, Orange & Melon, and Apple & Plum.

Stand 221

www.nimsfruitcrisps.com

Food Matters Live

www.foodmatterslive.com

17-19 November 2015

ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London E16 1XL

Tuesday 17 November 10.00am-5.00pm

Wednesday 18 November 10.00am-5.00pm

Thursday 19 November 10.00am-4.00pm