Dannon successfully reduces sugar, fat to meet PHA commitments
Dannon has announced that it has met, and in some cases surpassed, its commitment to the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) by improving the nutrient profile and nutrient density of its products, and investing more than $3 million in nutrition research and education.
Dannon has announced that it has met, and in some cases surpassed, its commitment to the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) by improving the nutrient profile and nutrient density of its products, and investing more than $3 million in nutrition research and education. For its commitments, Dannon exceeded the sugar and fat reduction and improved nutrient density goals for its overall portfolio, while meeting the target of reducing total sugar in all of its children’s products. These changes were made since the beginning of the three-year commitment period in July 2013.
Dannon achieved these goals by reformulating some of its most popular products like Danimals Smoothies and by introducing new ones like its Oikos Triple Zero Greek nonfat yogurt—containing zero added sugars, zero artificial sweeteners, and zero fat per serving. “We’re pleased to say that Dannon achieved its goals while maintaining the great taste of our products and contributing to our market share growth during the reporting period,” said Sergio Fuster, president of DanoneWave’s yogurt portfolio in the United States.
Dannon committed to a 10% improvement in nutrient density across its portfolio by increasing key nutrients such as protein, fiber, and vitamin D, and by decreasing total sugar and fat. At the end of year three, the company has slightly surpassed its goal with an overall nutrition density improvement of 10.06%. Dannon’s expanded product portfolio, including the launches of nutrient-dense products like Activia Fruit Fusion, Oikos Triple Zero, Light & Fit Greek Mousse, and Yogurt Drinks were key contributors to this progress.
Dannon also committed to reducing the amount of fat across its portfolio, so that 75% of its products in volume sold would be nonfat or low-fat. At the end of year three, Dannon exceeded that goal as 87% of its products are now nonfat or low-fat. That’s up from 83% one year ago.
As part of its commitment, Dannon pledged to reduce the amount of total sugar to 23 grams or less per 6-oz serving in 100% of products for children and 70% of the company’s products overall by the end of the three-year period. Dannon has reached its goal for children’s products and 78% of its volume of products now sold contain 23 grams or less per 6-oz serving, surpassing the original goal.
Finally, Dannon committed to invest $3 million in nutrition education and research focused on healthy eating habits over the course of the three years. With more than $3.3 million invested, Dannon has developed, fostered, and grown important education programs.