The global popcorn machine market will witness an increase in demand with the rise in consumption of homemade popcorn. Increased product developments in terms of new flavors and packaging are helping vendors to penetrate the market. People have started buying popcorn in larger quantities and and at a greater frequency. In 2014, the US dominated the global popcorn market and accounted for 60% of the retail sales. The demand for popcorn as a healthy snack alternative is driving the market in North America. Also, there is a rise in demand for popcorn in emerging countries in APAC, where consumers snack regularly, and have preference for local flavors. As the market for popcorn grows, the global popcorn machine market will also see a surge in demand from consumers in the residential sector.

The demand for soy desserts has increased owing to soy's numerous health benefits. Soy desserts are rich in fiber and a great source of proteins and nutrients, such as vitamin B and omega-3 fatty acids. Food products containing soy protein serve as alternatives to meat and other animal-based products that contain cholesterol and saturated fat. Soy is also known for its ability to reduce blood cholesterol levels. In addition, soy milk is gaining immense popularity among lactose-intolerant people, and it significantly contains less fats and cholesterol, carbohydrates when compared to dairy milk. Soy desserts, a product of soy milk, mainly include soy-pudding, soy cream, soy pies and soy cakes, soy pastries, and soy cheesecake.

The global fashion industry can be divided into mass market and luxury fashion. While mass category of products is targeted at the middle- and lower-income class, the luxury category of products is targeted at the upper-income class. The broad categories of income-level classes remain the same across regions and countries. However, the income level in USD terms varies from country to country depending on the country’s economic factors.

A beginner microscope falls under the category of simple optical microscopes or magnifying toy microscopes and are used by students in primary and secondary schools. In comparison with compound microscopes, beginner microscopes are low power, low-cost instruments that have limited resolving power and application. The end-users of these microscopes are children in the age group of 6-12 years.

Aftershave lotion helps heal the infection of cuts during the shave and reduce skin irritation as well as prevent damage to the skin. It also moisturizes the skin. Dry shaving and wet shaving are the two types of shaving. Dry shaving is the process of shaving without using water or any shaving creams and foams. On the other hand, wet shaving is the traditional process of shaving with the use of water, shaving creams, soaps, and foams. Aftershave lotions are mainly used after a wet shave.

Aluminum foils are flat-rolled products (FRP) that are used for their flexibility, durability, and sustainability in applications such as consumer packaging, pharmaceutical packaging, and industrial (non-packaging) use. Aluminum foils are 100% recyclable and do not emit hazardous gasses during processing.

Hypercholesterolemia is characterized by high levels of total cholesterol and LDL-C in the blood. High cholesterol levels can cause CVDs such as stroke and atherosclerosis. The typical range of total blood cholesterol is 140-200 mg/dL.Blood cholesterol contains individual components such as LDL-C and HDL-C. LDL carries cholesterol to the body and HDL removes cholesterol from the cells by reversing cholesterol transport to the liver. Due to their distinct roles, these components are individually assessed to determine the dyslipidemic status of an individual. Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is the inheritable form of hypercholesterolemia and is characterized by elevated levels of total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH) is the condition inherited because of the presence of one abnormal copy of the LDLR gene. Homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HoFH) is characterized by the presence of abnormal copies of both the LDLR alleles.

A PIR motion sensor detects infrared (IR) radiation to detect the presence of an object in its close proximity. Most objects with temperature exceeding absolute zero generally radiate heat energy at the wavelengths of infrared lights. A PIR-based sensor device does not generate any heat while detecting IR radiation. The sensors are capable of identifying the difference in IR radiations when an object is overlapping the primary subject of IR radiation detection. For instance, if a PIR motion sensor is being used to detect IR from a wall being the primary subject, and a human being crosses the wall, the sensor instantly identifies the difference in IR radiation. Benefits of using PIR motion sensors are that these sensors use less power and are rarely activated by airflow.

OSS refers to a specialized software through which a telecom network supports various components within the system such as network operations, service management, and provisioning services, whereas BSS refers to the software that handles tasks such as customer support processes, billing services, order management, and fraud management.

Pouches are made of flexible or easy-yielding materials, which can easily change shape based on the nature of the product being packaged. Pouches undergo a detailed conversion process that includes printing, lamination, coating, and extrusion. A stand-up pouch contains various features to make it stand out from other type of pouches, such as zippers, spouts and fitments, slider closures, pour spouts, and release valves.