SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--TerraVia (NASDAQ: TVIA) announced today that Thrive® Algae Oil has received the 2017 Best New Product Award, the leading consumer-voted CPG award from market research firm, BrandSpark International.
Determined by the votes and opinions of consumers who purchased the product, Thrive® Algae Oil received the 2017 Best New Product Award in the food and beverage category as the top choice for cooking oil.
Thrive® Algae Oil has the highest level of monounsaturated fat, a good fat, and the lowest amount of saturated fat compared to other cooking oils. Thrive® Algae Oil’s health credentials, light neutral taste and high smoke point (up to 485°) make it a standout selection on-shelf.
“Consumers love Thrive® Algae Oil because of its versatility in the kitchen and superior nutrition profile,” commented Mark Brooks, Senior Vice President of Food & Ingredients at TerraVia. “We’ve seen a remarkable response from consumers and retailers alike as Thrive® Algae Oil offers real benefits from a health and culinary perspective.”
With over 240 reviews and a 5 star rating on Amazon, Thrive® Algae Oil has received accolades from consumers, health experts and chefs alike. Having achieved velocity and sales leadership in the oil category at select retailers, Thrive® Algae Oil is currently expanding to markets nationwide and is available on Amazon.com.
“Thrive® Algae Oil is a game changer in the oil category and is poised to become a staple within consumers’ pantries,” commented Brooks. “We’re excited to receive the 2017 Best New Product Award and look forward to our continued work to bring Thrive® Algae Oil to consumers and supermarket shelves nationally.”
About TerraVia
TerraVia Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:TVIA) is a plant-based food, nutrition and specialty ingredients company that harnesses the power of algae, the mother of all plants and earth’s original superfood. With a portfolio of breakthrough ingredients and manufacturing, the Company is well positioned to help meet the growing need of consumer packaged goods and established and emerging food manufacturers to improve the nutritional profile of foods without sacrificing taste, and to develop select consumer brands. The Company also manufactures a range of specialty personal care ingredients for key strategic partners. Headquartered in South San Francisco, the Company’s mission is to create products that are truly better for people and better for the planet. For additional information, please visit TerraVia’s website at www.terravia.com.
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