FDA addresses infant formula shortage 17 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) The FDA has released a statement announcing flexibility on infant formula importation to increase its availability during a nationwide shortage.
Wine exports increase in US 17 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) US wine exports have increased significantly despite numerous challenges, according to a new report.
“Don’t accept alcohol industry gifts” commentators tell WHO Foundation 17 May 2022 | By New Food Commentators in the BMJ journal say accepting gifts from the alcohol industry goes against what the Foundation stands for as it sells products that impact consumer health.
Smile gluten, you’re on camera! 17 May 2022 | By Bethan Grylls (New Food) Researchers in Spain have created a new biodetection system which can identify the presence of gluten using your mobile phone in less than two hours.
Organic farming on the rise 16 May 2022 | By New Food A new study has found that an increasing number of farmers are converting to organic, as a result of consumer demands and a new scheme from the UK Government.
HFSS regulations delayed as cost-of-living crisis rages 16 May 2022 | By Joshua Minchin (New Food) Bans on multi-buy offers and advertising of unhealthy HFSS foods has been delayed for at least a year, as the UK Government seeks to ensure the new rules do not exacerbate the cost-of-living crisis.
Probiotics can outcompete nasty pathogens in the gut 16 May 2022 | By New Food Can friendly probiotic bacteria outcompete disease-causing pathogens for food and resources in your gut? New research suggests a new method which could shape the probiotic sector.
MP faces backlash after claiming there’s no “massive use” for food banks 13 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) MP Lee Anderson is called “out of touch” after making another controversial claim; this time about food banks and the people that use them.
Recall roundup: This week’s food recalls from the UK and US 13 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) This week’s roundup includes undeclared allergens and a pathogen causing numerous food and drink recalls in the UK and US.
What are consumers looking for in plant-based products? 12 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) Sustainability and health are top drivers for flexitarians seeking plant-based food and drink, but taste tops the list, according to a new study.
That’s bananas! Scientists seek to stop waste by studying banana spots 11 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) Research on banana peels may hold the key to reducing tonnes of food waste, according to a new study by Florida State University.
Plant-based product sales increase by 230 percent 11 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) New research has found that the sale of plant-based products has increased at a yearly rate of 230 percent, as more people opt for a meat-free diet.
Odessa bombings lead to further food supply shortages 11 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) Missiles struck a Ukrainian seaport this week, leading to further issues in the food supply chain, as the president of the country calls on “the whole free world” to help.
What causes food addictions? 11 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) Researchers have identified key markers in the brain that may lead to developing a food addiction.
Can food insecurity increase a person’s chance of getting diabetes? 10 May 2022 | By Abi Sritharan (New Food) A new study by Washington State University has found a link between food insecurity and the risk of developing diabetes. Here's a summary of what they discovered...
