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ARLINGTON, Va. 鈥�&苍产蝉辫;Today,  unveils the findings of the  following the recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGAs) and ahead of . The report offers insights into the industry鈥檚 efforts to serve as a destination for health and well-being and drive meaningful progress by providing grocery shoppers with products, resources and services that support their individual health goals. 

鈥淎s FMI鈥檚 latest research showcases, the food industry supports consumers鈥� personal health goals by empowering them with nourishing foods, wellness products, credible information, digital tools and health-related services,鈥� said Krystal Register, FMI, vice president of health & well-being. 鈥淭hese offerings include expanded nutrition services led by registered dietitian nutritionists (RDNs), preventive screenings, food as medicine initiatives, accessible pharmacy services, community programs and digital engagement around health goals.鈥� 

Key findings within the report include: 

• 80% of the food industry survey respondents reported their top health and well-being initiative as nutrition and overall health.
• 94% of responding FMI food retailers indicated that they currently have established health and well-being activities for both consumers and employees.
• 96% of food companies surveyed employ registered dietitians at the corporate level; 43% have in-store RDNs or offer virtual access.   
• 87% of responding food retailers sell health tracking devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, continuous glucose monitors, and wearable rings to track health metrics. Among food retailers selling these devices, 92% offer related counseling  through the pharmacy and retail dietitians.  

This comes as previous FMI research conducted with  and  show that consumers鈥� perception of 鈥渉ealthy鈥� is evolving. At 77%, most grocery shoppers say they put at least some effort into making healthy eating choices, and consumers define 鈥渉ealthy鈥� to include fruits, vegetables, protein and no added sugar. 

Generational shifts redefine shoppers鈥� produce purchases, FMI research says

Younger consumers drive digital discovery and omnichannel growth.

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