US food-at-home inflation index hits highest level in 40 years
Americans continue to feel the pinch as food inflation hits the highest level since 1981 – all eyes are on the Federal Reserve for action.
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Confused about carbs? A new score system seeks to serve clarity
Are all carbs created equal? Apparently not, as the Carbohydrate Food Quality Score (CFQS) seeks to arm consumers with the right information on the nutritional content of the carbs they are eating.
Progress to reduce sugar floundering, say health experts
A new study has found that most sweet snacks, such as doughnuts and biscuits, contain high sugar content and varied portion sizes - are tougher measures needed?
Plant-based alternatives haven’t taken over….yet
A study has found that despite plant-based meat alternatives sales rising, traditional meat products are still firm favourites.
Not everyone’s a fan of the HFSS ban
A recent study has found that many Brits do not support the upcoming HFSS restrictions, with a large percentage claiming it will not make a difference to them.
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.
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.
