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Explore Mintel’s expert-led sessions at Vitafoods Europe 2026, where we uncover the latest trends and opportunities in the health and nutrition industry. Gain invaluable insights and actionable strategies to navigate this dynamic market. 

Vitafoods Europe 2026

Vitafoods Europe 2026, the global nutraceutical event, returns to Barcelona from May 5-7 2026, bringing together an expected 30,000 industry professionals and 1,600 exhibitors.  As the biggest edition yet, this event offers unmatched opportunities to connect with the entire supply chain, from cutting-edge ingredients to the latest in finished products.  

Discover groundbreaking innovations, attend expert-led sessions, gain actionable insights and explore the latest industry developments across 4 dedicated halls, with even greater opportunities to connect and network with industry pioneers.  

Join us to connect, collaborate, and be part of the largest event that defines the future of nutrition. 

Date: 5-7 May 2026 
Location: Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Av. Joan Carles I, 64, 08908 L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain 

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Mintel presentations at Vitafood Europe 2026

5 May – Conference​

  • Time: 10:30 – 10:55​
  • Presented By Emma Schofield

Gut health: from digestion to total wellness​

Over recent years, the gut has emerged as the cornerstone of holistic wellness, with its influence extending to skin health, immunity, weight management, and the prevention of chronic disease. Rising interest in the gut microbiome has paved the way for innovative nutritional strategies, highlighting opportunities for functional ingredients like fibre and postbiotics. This presentation explores what consumers seek from gut health solutions, and what the future holds for gut health innovation and ingredients. 

7 May – Topic Spotlight: Weight Management (Conference Theatre)​

  • Time: 10:30 – 10:55​
  • Presented by Sophia Cornelius

The future of weight management: nutrition innovation in a GLP-1 era

This session will explore the emerging concepts likely to influence future dietary strategies and showcase how these ideas are beginning to translate into real‑world innovation.

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Meet our experts
Emma Schofield
Associate Director – Global Food Science, Mintel Food u0026amp; Drink
Emma has been a member of Mintel’s EMEA Food and Drink team for almost ten years, and prepares bespoke project work for Mintel’s key food and drink industry clients. Prior to joining Mintel, Emma worked in the UK food industry for over ten years, as a food technologist for a UK supermarket, and as an NPD manager for a leading international food manufacturer. Emma regularly represents Mintel as a speaker at events like Alimentaria in Spain, and various Fi Global engagements. Emma holds an MSc Food Science from the University of Reading. At Mintel, Emma creates analysis and insight on ingredients and additives, health and wellness, labelling and regulatory developments that may impact NPD, and emerging food tech and science trends.
Sophia Cornelius
Senior Analyst – Specialised Nutrition
Sophia specialises in infant and performance nutrition, as well as foods for special medical purposes, weight control, and gluten-free diets. She previously worked as a Dietitian in the UK’s NHS before joining a leading food manufacturer as a Development Dietitian. Sophia holds an MSc in Dietetics from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh.

  • EMEA
  • Food and Drink
  • Ingredients, Flavours and Fragrances
May 5th, 2026 - May 7th, 2026, Barcelona time
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain

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