Report highlights root cause analysis as key to prevent foodborne illnesses 30 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Root cause analysis is a systematic method of problem-solving that can be used to determine the underlying reasons for how and why an event (such as product contamination or foodborne illness outbreak) occurred.
Mondelēz International joins leading plastic waste initiatives 30 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The initiatives share a collective ambition to address plastic waste and pollution at its source, by moving toward a circular economy where plastic stays in the economy and out of the environment.
Survey reveals consumer acceptance and willingness to use blockchain 30 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Blockchain is said to still be in its infancy in terms of widespread use, but a survey from FMCG Gurus has indicated a willingness from consumers to integrate it into food supply chains.
Plant-based diet can prevent asthma, according to new review 30 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The review authors suggested that a plant-based diet is beneficial because it has been shown to reduce systemic inflammation, which can exacerbate asthma.
EFSA updates OpenFoodTox toxicity database 27 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The OpenFoodTox database, which allows users to better determine the toxicity of substances in food and feed, now includes toxicity data on almost 5,000 chemicals.
FDA reopens comment period on use of ultrafiltered milk in certain cheeses 27 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) FDA has reported that it has seen the marketplace evolve and believes it is appropriate to give interested persons another opportunity to comment on the issues raised by the rule-making.
Recall roundup: enoki and dried mushrooms, pet treats and cheese 27 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
Researchers develop method to identify harmful benzene in flavourings 27 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Using cherry beverages as an example, researchers have discovered that flavouring containing benzaldehyde can develop harmful benzene under the influence of light.
Labelling regulation should be reformed to account for AI, warns study 27 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The study said that AI technology could play a significant role in making labelling more comprehensive and personalised for information such as allergens and sensitivities.
EWG calls for measures to prevent foodborne illnesses and pesticide exposure 26 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The Environmental Working Group has sent an open letter which urges the produce industry to introduce and develop measures to prevent foodborne illnesses and exposure to harmful pesticides.
Analysis predicts purified fish oil could prevent cardiovascular events 26 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The analysis utilises data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and inclusion criteria from a multinational clinical trial led by investigators from Harvard University called REDUCE-IT.
Action on Salt says more can still be done to protect public health 26 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Action on Salt has welcomed the UK governments renewed commitment to salt reduction, but has proposed the targets could go further to better protect public health.
Labelling of CBD products a public health concern, say researchers 26 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) An article published by Corron et al. aims to help manufacturers understand the basic framework for FDA labelling and marketing regulations of CBD products, in a bid to reduce public health risks.
Researchers uncover ‘whiskey webs’ that could identify counterfeit spirits 26 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) Whiskey is said to leave a distinct pattern behind when it dries up, which the researchers believe could be used as a 'fingerprint' for identifying authentic whiskeys.
USDA and USTR continue progress in US-China trade agreement 25 March 2020 | By Sam Mehmet (New Food) The US-China Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement is said to be favourable to those trading livestock between the two nations.
