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Civil unrest may not be far away
History has warned us that as food prices rise, rioting is likely to follow. Here, Professor Chris Elliott points to a few key moments in history and calls on the UK Government to wake up.
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The CBD health benefits that can’t be ignored
Emma Thackray, from the functional drinks brand Hip Pop, shares her view of the food and beverage CBD market and its future trajectory.
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Ingredients – pet food, CBD and infant formula
April 2022's Ingredients In-depth Focus explores the most common ways contaminants are finding their way into baby milk, a look into the humanisation pet food trend, and one expert's insights into the trials and tribulations of being of UK CBD business.
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Ultra-processed food increases obesity risk in adolescents by 45 percent
It is no secret that ultra-processed food is not the healthiest option when it comes to a balanced diet, but a new study has shed even more light on the risk of obesity it can pose in young people.
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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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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?
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How we judge food
Food and drink producers must consider the multi-sensory experience to ensure a fulfilling end result, but it's important we don't judge a book by it's cover...
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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.
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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.
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Food as a weapon of war – why it’s time to hit the history books
As war rages on, New Food’s Joshua Minchin reflects on past events and questions how likely it is that food could be used as a weapon against Ukrainians.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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A new strategy for a new era
Food Standard Agency (FSA) Chair, Professor Susan Jebb, introduces Food You Can Trust – the FSA’s new five-year strategy that comes in response to the evolving food climate.
