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Top Ten Food Trends for 2025

At Fresh Thyme Market, we’re passionate about fostering vibrant communities with trusted fresh food, vitamins, and body care. Our second annual 2025 food trend predictions highlight our commitment to sourcing innovative local and national products that keep us ahead of the curve.

New year, new trends, new ways to feel your best! At Fresh Thyme, we’re always on the lookout for what’s next in health, flavor, and sustainability. From brain-boosting ingredients to bold global flavors, these top 10 trends will supercharge your routine and bring something fresh to your plate or pantry. Ready to explore? Let’s dive in!

1. Supercharge Your Health with Functional Ingredients

You want more from your food, and functional ingredients deliver! Whether it’s colostrum to boost immunity or probiotics for happy digestion, these targeted benefits make every bite count. Your wellness routine just got a nutritious upgrade! Try it out at Fresh Thyme: Symbiotics Colostrum Plus, Coconut Cult Probiotic Yogurt, Pure Memory Water (in select IN stores), and Juni.

Functional Ingredients

Coconut Cult

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With specialty sourcing, small-batch production, and a commitment to eco-friendly glass jars, Coconut Cult delivers a delicious way to embrace functional ingredients. Their probiotic coconut yogurt comes in indulgent flavors like Chocolate Mousse and Orange Dreamsicle, making it a tasty companion on your gut health journey.

2. Mushrooms Are the New Superfood

Stressed? Fatigued? Mushrooms to the rescue! Adaptogens like Lion’s Mane, Chaga, and Turkey Tail are popping up in coffee, broths, and pasta. So easy to add to your routine—and so good for helping you feel calm, focused, and refreshed. Must-trys at Fresh Thyme: Goodles Mac & Cheese, Kettle & Fire Mushroom & Chicken Bone Broth, and Om Mushroom Coffee Blend.

Evolution of the Mushroom

Om Mushroom Superfood

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Om Mushroom Superfood creates organic mushroom supplements designed to support immune health, stress relief, and cognitive function. With certifications like Organic, Non-GMO, and Kosher, their products meet high-quality standards. Om offers a simple way to add the natural benefits of mushrooms to your daily routine.

3. Mood-Boosting Mocktails Are Having a Moment

Who says happy hour needs alcohol? These mood-enhancing drinks are packed with ingredients like magnesium, kava, and CBD to help you unwind, recharge, and get social—without the hangover. Cheers to that! Sip on this at Fresh Thyme: Recess, Kin Euphorics, and Athletic Brewing Non-Alcoholic Beers.

Rise of Non-Alcoholic, Mood Enhancing Beverages

Recess

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Recess is a refreshing sparkling drink made with real ingredients and adaptogens that help you unwind—without alcohol. Each can, infused with magnesium, lemon balm, and L-theanine, offers a calming, stress-relieving experience. With real fruit and no artificial additives, Recess is a healthier way to relax and recharge.

4. Spice Up Your Life!

Craving flavor with a kick? Hot sauces, ghost peppers, and jalapeños are bringing the heat to your favorite meals. Add bold, zesty flavors to tacos, pasta, and everything in between—it’s the spice glow-up you didn’t know you needed!

Get fiery at Fresh Thyme: Lola's Hot Sauce, That's Tasty Dried Ghost Chiles, and STL Pure Heat (available in select MO stores).

Spicy Foods Takeover

Lola's Hot Sauce

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Lola’s Original Hot Sauce blends red jalapeños, habaneros, garlic, and lime for a sweet, smoky flavor with just the right heat. Using fresh, locally grown peppers and exotic flavors, Lola crafts each batch with care. Perfect for adding a kick to any dish, it’s the go-to hot sauce for spice lovers.

5. All Hail the Mango

Sweet, juicy, and packed with vitamin C—mango is taking center stage! Whether in snacks, smoothies, or drinks, it’s the perfect way to add a little sweetness to your day (and some nutrients to your diet). Give it a go at Fresh Thyme: So Good So You Energy Shots and Synergy Raw Mystic Mango Kombucha.

Mango-Everything

6. Sweet Treats, Naturally

Ditch the refined sugar and go natural! Honey, maple syrup, and dates are the OG sweeteners everyone’s buzzing about. They’re naturally delicious and perfect for drizzling, baking, or snacking. Try these goodies at Fresh Thyme: Fresh Thyme Organic Maple Syrup, Realsy Dates, and Rebel Bee Honey (in select IL stores).

Nature's Natural Sweeteners

7. Brain Boost, Anyone?

Clearer mind, sharper focus, better energy—yes, please! Ingredients like magnesium, GABA, and ginkgo biloba are game-changers for brain health, helping you tackle your day with confidence and clarity. Your brain will love this at Fresh Thyme: Pym Attention Chews and MagMind Magnesium Supplement.

Boosting Brain Power

MagMind

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Boost your brain health with Jarrow Formulas® MagMind®, featuring Magtein® – a form of magnesium that crosses the blood-brain barrier to support memory and cognitive function. Perfect for adults looking to enhance mental clarity and focus!

8. Korean Flavors Are Here to Stay

Bring bold, crave-worthy Korean flavors to your kitchen! Gochujang, kimchi, and other staples are making it easier than ever to spice up weeknight dinners with a little global flair. Stock up at Fresh Thyme: O’Food Gochujang Korean Spicy Miso Sauce and Cleveland Kitchen Classic Kimchi.

We're heading to Seoul

Cleveland Kitchen

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Cleveland Kitchen partnered with Korean chefs to craft a classic kimchi side dish that’s fresh, rich, and bursting with authentic flavor. Naturally fermented and packed with millions of gut-friendly probiotics, this crunchy kimchi brings vibrant taste and a nourishing boost to every meal.

9. Sustainable and Exceptional? Yes, You Can Have Both!

Eco-friendly choices make it easy to care for your plate and the planet. From greenhouse-grown veggies and sustainably sourced grains to innovative personal care and household essentials, Fresh Thyme has it all. Eco-fabulous picks at Fresh Thyme: Purely Elizabeth Ancient Grain Granola, Brixy Shampoo Bars, and Bim Bam Boo Kitchen Towels.

Next-Gen Sustainability

Brixy Shampoo Bars

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Brixy is your clean routine with a purpose. Each bar replaces 2-3 plastic bottles and is 100% recyclable and compostable. Their premium, science-backed ingredients protect and nourish your skin and hair, while promoting a healthy barrier against environmental stress.

10. Protein-Packed Everything

Protein is showing up everywhere—think pastas, oats, and even burgers—so you can fuel your day and feel full longer. It’s nutrition you’ll love, without giving up flavor. Fuel up at Fresh Thyme with: Fresh Thyme Better for You Chickpea Penne Pasta, Seven Sundays Protein Oats, and Mighty Spark Jalapeño Turkey Burgers.

Prioritizing Proteins

Seven Sundays

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Seven Sundays offers protein-rich breakfast options for a healthy, sustainable lifestyle. Their Oat Protein Cereal and Sunflower Cereal provide plant-based protein, while Protein Oats, enhanced with oat protein, chia seeds, and almonds, offer more than twice the protein and fiber of traditional oatmeal.

Whether you’re stocking up on superfoods, trying bold new flavors, or boosting your brainpower, Fresh Thyme makes it easy to stay on trend and feel amazing. Stop by your neighborhood store or shop online to try these 2025 must-haves. Here’s to a healthier, tastier, and fresher year ahead!