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A world wrapped in food packaging
As the reality of climate change sets in, Dr Andy Zynga asks the question: are we doing enough for our planet when it comes to food packaging?
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“Moderate” alcohol consumption linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Following a preclinical study, scientists have discovered that “even modest amounts” of alcohol can cause loss of brain cells.
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Recall Roundup: Foreign objects and undeclared allergens
Read our latest recall roundup to find out about recalls in the US and UK, including small pieces of plastic found in Quorn meatballs.
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Food colouring may “damage” the human gut
Nanoparticles in food colouring and anti-caking agents may “damage parts of the human intestine”, according to new research.
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Antimicrobial resistance: It hasn’t gone away
Professor Chris Elliott highlights an issue that, wish as we might, has not gone away. He examines the efforts to reduce antibiotic use around the world as we attempt to curb antimicrobial resistance.
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Mars Wrigley fined after workers fall into chocolate vat
A Mars Wrigley factory in Pennsylvania has been fined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) following two employees falling into a chocolate vat.
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Consumer demand for fresh meat may waver following recalls
Researchers from Penn State University have claimed that fresh meat recalls may affect consumer demand and impact sales.
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Recall Roundup: Listeria monocytogenes and undeclared allergens
This week, New Food looks at recalls that have occurred in the UK and US, including a potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination in various products.
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Recall Roundup: Undeclared allergens and foreign objects
In this week’s recall roundup New Food highlights food recalls in the UK and US including plastic found in grated cheese.
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Emergency Episode: Change at the FDA
New Food speaks to Steven Mandernach to discuss the breaking FDA news from the past week, including Frank Yiannas resigning and the Human Foods Program.
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Growing evidence to ban the use of nitrites from our meat
Professor Chris Elliott lays out his case for getting nitrites banned from use in meat production in the UK.
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FDA announces revolutionary changes
FDA Commissioner Robert Califf announces big changes for the FDA's Human Foods Program after the shock resignation of Frank Yiannas last week.
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One in eight Americans over 50 show signs of food addiction
A study carried out by the University of Michigan has claimed that one in eight Americans between 50 and 80 show signs of an addiction to food and beverages. Using data from the National Poll on Healthy Aging, the study authors have said that the percentage of those addicted to…
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FDA says new regulatory pathway is needed for CBD products
The FDA has said new regulatory pathway is needed for CBD products so that regulatory oversight can manage food safety risks.
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UK soft drink taxes linked with decreased obesity in girls
A study has found there to be an eight percent reduction in obesity in girls coinciding with 2018 soft drinks industry levy.
