At this year’s IFT FIRST, Nexira, a global leader in natural ingredients, will spotlight its comprehensive portfolio designed to empower the next generation of functional and plant-based beverages, aligning with fast-evolving consumer expectations for positive nutrition, gut health, and sensory satisfaction.
With functional beverage launches surging by 18% in the past year, and consumer demand growing for health-forward, clean-label ingredients, Nexira brings targeted solutions for formulators eager to capitalize on this vibrant space. From precision prebiotics to botanical extracts and natural texturizers, Nexira’s booth will be a destination for inspiration and innovation across multiple market segments.
“Consumers are taking greater ownership of their health, and beverages are becoming a key vehicle for delivering that nutrition in enjoyable, personalized and convenient formats,” says Charlotte Wallart, Nexira’s Food Product Manager. “At IFT FIRST, we’re excited to share our latest insights and formulations that bridge science, nature, and consumer trends.”
Functional Beverage Focus: Exclusive Content & Formulation Concepts
As part of its presence at IFT FIRST, Nexira is offering exclusive one-to-one sessions for customers, prospects, and media with Charlotte. Attendees will gain early access to consumer insights, innovation strategies, and functional beverage concepts co-developed with a professional formulator. Examples include:
- Prebiotic soda enriched with acacia fiber
- Focus-enhancing sparkling drink with ginseng extract
- Relaxation RTD featuring lemon balm and lavender extracts
These personalized meetings will explore the latest market drivers and R&D possibilities, backed by science and crafted for today’s proactive consumer.
Discover Nexira’s Natural Ingredient Solutions at IFT FIRST
Nexira will showcase solutions tailored for key beverage categories:
Functional Beverages
New botanical extracts deliver targeted benefits and compelling storytelling.
Highlights include:
- Guarana – Natural energy
- Ginseng – Cognitive support
- Lemon Balm – Relaxation
- Hibiscus – Antioxidant boost
- Green Tea – Vitality & weight management
All extracts are gently processed, highly soluble, and sustainably sourced – with organic options like French-sourced lemon balm.
Gut Health Solutions
inavea™ and Fibregum™ offer a full spectrum of precision prebiotic fibers for tailored gut health support. Acacia Fiber is a natural, high-fiber ingredient with prebiotic properties, offering excellent digestive tolerance and versatile use across a wide range of food and beverage applications. Dedicated reference to be paired with probiotics, optimized one for a high solubility in prebiotic sodas or stick packs, these ingredients bring personalized solutions with organic and carbon-neutral options. Formulators can develop solutions targeting fiber enrichment, sugar reduction, digestion, microbiome health, and the gut-brain axis.
Plant-Based Drinks & Dairy Alternatives
The naltive™ range of natural texturizers, including Locust Bean Gum, enhances texture and stability, avoids syneresis, and improves spreadability in dips or creamcheese. To help customers achieve the perfect texture with natural ingredients, this range offers the perfect creamy mouthfeel and indulgent texture – even in plant-based formulations.
Beverage Applications & Technical Performance
Nexira’s acacia gum specialties deliver:
- Superior performance in Emulsions and Encapsulation
- Binding properties and texture improvements
- Stabilization of active ingredients
Visit Nexira at Booth #S3242 at IFT FIRST 2025. Schedule a one-to-one meeting or drop by to explore how our natural ingredient solutions can elevate your next food and beverage innovation.
Nexira is proud to offer natural, responsibly sourced, and sustainable ingredients, with many references certified organic and processed in our own facilities in France and Switzerland. Our longstanding commitment to sustainability was recently recognized with two awards at Vitafoods Europe, honoring our leadership in environmental stewardship and responsible sourcing.
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