Food shortages in Shanghai
Citizens of Shanghai continue to face food shortages in the midst of another extended lockdown caused by an all-time high of COVID-19 cases in the city.
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A plant-based diet could be even better for you than you think
New research has found that eating healthy plant-based foods may lower the risk of developing type two diabetes.
Plant-based products profiting
New data has revealed that plant-based food retail sales have increased greatly in the last year, with some plant-based products outselling their conventional counterparts.
Certain fibres can influence inflammation
Apparently not all fibres are created equal, with some linked to lowering inflammation and a better chance of not developing cardiovascular disease (CVD), whilst others make no difference.
60 Second News – 8 April 2022
The New Food editorial team give you your rapid food and beverage update in just 60 seconds.
Be wary of poisonous wild garlic lookalike
Wild garlic doppelgangers have lead to serious poisonings throughout the world, but how can people avoid confusing the edible plant with a poisonous one?
Recall roundup: This week’s food recalls from the UK, US and Canada
Chocolate brand Ferrero is recalling a number of its products around the world due to the presence of a pathogen, whilst undeclared allergens cause recalls aplenty in the US.
€3 million saffron fraud scheme uncovered by Spanish police
Law enforcement in Spain seized 2,000kg of allegedly adulated saffron valued at three quarters of a million euros as part of an operation across multiple Spanish cities.
US confectionery industry set for $4 billion boost this Easter
As the confectionery sector gears up for one of its busiest periods, the National Confectioners Association reveals top four sweet treats Americans will be opting for this Easter.
Could liquorice soon be used to treat prostate cancer?
A marmite-like substance, liquorice divides many in terms of taste, but the plant could soon be elevated in status after researchers found a potentially promising use for it.
Livestock emissions brought into sharp focus by new reports
The publication of two reports on emissions from the livestock sector have prompted manufacturers and agricultural organisations to call for action to reduce the impact farming has on the environment.
What should the UK government to do tackle labour shortages?
MPs have published a new report urging the government to tackle labour shortages in the food and farming sector before it is too late.
Pet food market booms
The global pet food industry is “booming” and is expected to reach over $133 billion by 2030, according to a new report.
Bushmeat can reduce anaemia cases in “vulnerable rural children”
Bushmeat is a controversial food source, but new research suggests that anaemia cases would increase if “vulnerable” children in the Amazon rainforest were denied it.
Skincare containing food may trigger allergies
Food-containing skin products may be dangerous for patients with inflammatory skin conditions, according to a new study.
