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Innova also logged 32% growth for new savory/salty snacks with chilli flavors globally in 2016 vs 2015; a 77% increase in plain pasta and noodles made with pulse ingredients (global); and a 27% rise in new soft drinks launched in the US containing spices and seeds over the same period.
Basil, tamarind, licorice and turmeric also featured in more soft drinks in 2016.
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