Transport proteins key to improving infant formula
Researchers have identified key transport proteins which contribute to creating a healthy early-life gut bacterial community.
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Eating meat could be better for the environment than a vegetarian diet
A 'flexitarian' diet, which includes eating one portion of meat a day, is better for the environment than a vegetarian diet, a new study has said.
Tonnes of pork to be auctioned from China’s reserves
China is set is auction off some of its pork reserves as swine fever continues to have a damaging impact on the country's pork industry.
Cannabis extraction could impact air quality
A pilot study has evaluated the potential impact on air quality from cannabis growing facilities.
How ethical is the hazelnut industry in Turkey?
With the majority of the world's hazelnuts being produced in Turkey, an investigation has questioned how ethical the industry is and how major players in the country such as Ferrero, can ensure fair working conditions.
Whitepaper explores the science behind umami
Whitepaper highlights the nutritional and scientific basis for the emerging umami flavour that is increasingly being incorporated in the Western food and beverage industry.
Reducing malnutrition and food waste in Bangladesh
The SIG Way Beyond Good Foundation has launched its flagship ‘Cartons for Good’ project in Bangladesh to help combat malnutrition and food waste.
All-purpose flour recalled
General Mills is recalling five-pound bags of its Gold Medal Unbleached all-purpose flour due to the potential presence of E. coli O26.
Dessert bar recalled due to undeclared egg
Lemon Dessert Bars are being recalled because of undeclared egg due to a packaging error.
British grown baked beans become possibility
Scientists at the University of Warwick are using the latest DNA mapping techniques to allow British farmers to grow one of the UK’s favourite foods.
Burger King® UK to remove all plastic toys
Burger King® UK is launching a new initiative to reduce plastic waste and is removing all plastic toys and recycling old ones.
Salted or pickled clams recalled after link to hepatitis A outbreak
Salted or pickled clam products from Koryo Food Co. and Byul Mi Kim Chi are being recalled due to a potential link with hepatitis A.
Taste is the top consideration for consumers
New survey shows that taste, texture and experience are most important to consumers when buying bakery, patisserie and chocolate goods.
Beverage guidelines for children released by experts
Experts in the US have warned against giving sugary drinks to children in a new set of guidelines.
Poor diet led to blindness in young patient
An extreme case of "fussy" eating caused a young patient’s blindness, according to a new case report published in Annals of Internal Medicine.
