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Gen Z Fuels $100 Billion Protein-Packed Food Boom

10/15/2025

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Health-conscious Gen Z consumers are driving the packaged-food industry toward protein-rich products.
The fortified-protein market is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030 as 70% of Americans seek higher protein intake.
Kellanova, behind Pop-Tarts, will launch Pop-Tarts Protein with 10 grams of protein per serving in November.
The J.M. Smucker Company is launching protein Uncrustables with 12 grams of protein and new flavors for about $10 per box.

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Health-conscious Gen Z consumers are driving the packaged-food industry toward protein-rich products.
The fortified-protein market is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2030 as 70% of Americans seek higher protein intake.
Kellanova, behind Pop-Tarts, will launch Pop-Tarts Protein with 10 grams of protein per serving in November.
The J.M. Smucker Company is launching protein Uncrustables with 12 grams of protein and new flavors for about $10 per box.