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Genetics could decide what foods we choose, claims new research
The study’s authors suggest that the findings could be used to better tailor personalised dietary advice, as genetics could well play a part in which foods we prefer.
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“Thin gruel” – Government food strategy blasted by industry
The Government Food Strategy white paper, published today, has come in for considerable criticism from the food industry, with many claiming it lack substance and planning.
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Humans aren’t so stupid after all
A new study has been billed as "significant" as it potentially disproves a long-held theory that humans are mindless overeaters.
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Lidl launches Good to Give label to aid food bank donations
Lidl’s new Good to Give label will help consumers identify which products are both nutritious and have a suitably long life, making them ideal for food bank donation.
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Could dairy consumption impact risk of prostate cancer?
A new study surveying 28,000 North American men claims to have identified a possible link between dairy intake and an increased risk of prostate cancer.
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United Nations and Uber unite to help deliver food in Ukraine
Uber has announced that it is helping the UN deliver food and water supplies to war-torn parts of Ukraine by giving the World Food Programme access to its delivery platform.
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Can potatoes aid muscle-building?
A new study suggests that potato protein consumption can strongly increase muscle protein synthesis rates at rest and during recovery from exercise.
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Ketchup: fridge or cupboard? The debate is settled…
A survey has revealed how people in Britain store their food, and the heated arguments that can stem from a difference of opinion.
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Could coffee increase your lifespan?
A study has found that adults who drink one to three cups of coffee per day are likely to live longer than non-coffee drinkers.
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New vaccination guideline for livestock launched
The recently released Livestock Vaccination Guideline aims to support vets, farmers and other industry professionals improve the health and welfare of cattle and sheep in their care.
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Protein supplements may help control diabetes
A new study has found that consuming whey protein before meals may help control type 2 diabetes.
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Poster: Comparing volatile compounds among brands of Argentinian yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) using high-resolution GC/Q-TOF
In this study, high resolution GC-QTOF data were used to analyse yerba mate extracts of four different brands
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Dr Andy Zynga
26 May 2022 | By
Dr Andy Zynga is a member of the New Food Advisory Board and CEO of EIT Food.
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Digital dietician created in the US
A digital dietician has been created at Penn State University using VR technology in the hopes of helping people make better dietary choices.
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Can dogs go vegan?
A new study has found that a vegan diet may be more beneficial to dogs in comparison to a meat-based one.
