The birds and the bees may be impacting your coffee
One of the world’s most-loved beverages wouldn’t be as good without the help of certain animals - find out why birds and bees are so crucial to your morning cup of coffee.
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‘Label’ hopes to help UK businesses with latest calorie labelling legislation
Food analysis laboratory EMS has launched a new labelling service, which it says will help UK businesses adhere to new legislation.
Should we wash chicken before cooking or not?
Researchers have found that raw chicken can contaminate surfaces whether you wash it or not, so what should you do?
Pizza Express scraps controversial tipping policy
Pizza Express scraps controversial tipping policy after coming under fire from trade union Unite, which called it "unfair".
Diets and food insecurity could cause heart problems
A new study suggests that dramatic changes in food intake may have long-term impacts on cardiovascular health and metabolism.
Could the UK run out of bread?
The Federation of Bakers’ Chief Executive has called for the government to help prevent an imminent “bread crisis”.
Plant compound could alleviate allergies
A new study has found that a certain plant compound - known as formononetin - may help treat food allergies, as well as other types of allergies.
Recall roundup: This week’s food recalls from Canada, the US and the UK
1 April 2022 | By
This week's recall roundup features alerts around Salmonella and Norovirus, plus foreign objects and even counterfeit chocolate bars.
60 Second News – 1 April 2022
The New Food editorial team bring you your rapid food and beverage update in just 60 seconds, featuring new regulations in the UK and a surprising revelation on avocados and heart health.
The surprising fruit that helps bone mineral density
Prunes prevent bone loss at hip and protect against fracture risk, claims a new research study from Pennsylvania State University.
What confuses health-conscious consumers when choosing products?
Pricing and labelling are considerable concerns for customers when choosing ‘healthy’ food and beverage products, according to new research.
‘Distorted’ fruit and vegetable prices lead to poor diet, claims study
New research shows that consumers are paying over the odds for their fruit and vegetables, which could explain why many are not eating as much fruit and veg as they should be.
Waitrose versus Asda: Supermarkets clash over brand name
UK supermarket giants, Asda and Waitrose embroiled in dispute over discounted own-brand range.
Food as medicine – could diet impact disease treatment?
A first-of-its-kind review and report on using food to treat and manage disease has been released.
An avocado a week can greatly improve heart health, according to new study
Avocados have been linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a new study by the American Heart Association.
