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b'This is the most exciting time of year, and that\\u2019s not just because of the holidays. It\\u2019s that time in which we roll up our sleeves, consult our experts, and predict the 11 biggest wellness trends for 2019. In this special edition episode of the mbgpodcast, our founder and CEO, Jason Wachob, and co-founder and chief brand officer, Colleen Wachob, discuss how we zeroed in on these trends, plus their five favorites to watch out for in the new year.\\nThey talk about a continued sleep revolution with innovations for blue light disruptions, why the endocannabinoid system is the new microbiome, and which unexpected part of the grocery store is about to be your go-to.\\nJason and Colleen also explain the making of the wellness trends, a year-long process which Jason calls \\u201ca blend of art and science.\\u201d We sort through industry data, conduct interviews with mbg collective members, and attend global trade shows, all to scope out the next big product, ingredient, or practice. Basically, if it\\u2019s good for you, we\\u2019re investigating.\\nOur annual wellness trends have predicted some of the biggest moves in the wellness world. In 2015, for example, we talked about an increase in supplement startups, then in 2017, we predicted a rise in the ketogenic diet. And last year we called the intermittent fasting trend and that big food brands would focus on acquiring health-focused companies.\\nThis is your one-stop-shop for all you need to know about wellness in the coming year\\u2014we hope it helps you start out on the right foot.\\nTo contact Jason with comments, questions, or speaker ideas, please email podcast@mindbodygreen.com. For all sponsorship inquiries, please email sales@mindbodygreen.com. Want to join our podcast email newsletter? Sign up here!\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'