Why did we launch R&B Foods/NexGen™ food products?
We at R&B Foods believe that the growing epidemics of obesity, diabetes, and Celiac disease needed to be addressed by creating better food options. A large vacuum in the food market has occurred with consumers wanting excellent tasting food products which also appropriate for individuals with these medical conditions and those individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle. Health Epidemics in the United States: 130 million Americans overweight or obese Diabetes* • 20.8 million Americans. (7% of the population) • 14.6 million diagnosed • 6.2 million undiagnosed • 1.5 million new cases diagnosed in 2005 • 41 million Americans have pre-diabetes/impaired glucose tolerance * Source: American Diabetes Association 2005 Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance • 2.
