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Skipping breakfast linked to poorer academic performance in children
Children who skip breakfast may be missing more than just their morning meal — they could also be missing out on better test results, according to new research.
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Third of children set to be overweight or obese by 2050, study warns
A shocking new study has forecast that by 2050, one in three children and adolescents across the globe will be overweight or obese, with drastic increases expected within just the next five years. Experts warn urgent action is needed now to avoid an irreversible public health crisis.
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THRIVING Food Futures hub set to shape UK’s net zero food policies
The new research hub aims to reshape UK food policies, promoting sustainable, healthy diets to tackle climate and public health challenges.
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Protein’s potential to extend the ‘healthspan’
Uncovering the full impact of dietary protein on human health is of prime importance, with potential to improve not only our longevity but our enjoyment of life, as food and nutrition expert Dr Wendelyn Jones reveals.
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Mushrooms emerge as a natural weapon against insulin resistance
Mushrooms, long celebrated for their culinary appeal, may hold the key to tackling one of the world’s most pressing metabolic disorders.
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Food4Education’s Wawira Njiru recognised as a 2025 CNBC Changemaker
Wawira Njiru, CEO of Food4Education, has been named on CNBC’s 2025 Changemakers list for transforming school feeding in Africa.
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How can the UK become thinner or less fat?
Forget Whitehall's ineffective policies and bureaucratic 'guff'. Britain's obesity crisis demands common sense: honest conversations about diet, sensible eating and active lifestyles. It's time to ditch the red tape and empower the public to make healthier choices. — Dr Clive Black, Vice Chairman of Shore Capital Markets and former Head…
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Recall Roundup: botulism risk and undeclared allergens
In the latest instalment of Recall Roundup (7-13 February 2025), New Food highlights recent food and beverage recalls in the UK and US.
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Study finds everyday food could boost protection against bowel cancer
New research suggests regular yoghurt consumption could reduce bowel cancer risk by influencing the gut microbiome and bacteria levels.
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Urgent call for VAT reform to drive healthier, sustainable eating choices
A new study led by University College London reveals how food VAT reforms could transform diets, reduce emissions and boost public health.
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Rearranging menus could be the key to healthier teen eating habits
A new study finds that listing low-calorie meals first on restaurant menus encourages teenagers to make healthier choices. Researchers suggest this simple intervention could help combat rising childhood obesity rates.
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New research uncovers molecular trigger for childhood food allergy disorder
In a breakthrough study, scientists have identified a key food allergen behind eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), offering new hope for diagnosis and treatment advancements.
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Yakult’s role in the gut health boom
Gut health pioneers Yakult have played a key role in asserting the importance of the gut microbiome to consumers. Here, New Food’s Ben Cornwell speaks with Reshma Patel at Yakult UK & Ireland to learn how the trailblazing brand is keeping pace with the proliferation of functional foods on the…
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Why camel milk is the ‘white gold of the desert’ for your digestive health
New research from Edith Cowan University has found that camel milk offers several health benefits compared to its bovine counterpart, potentially holding the key to healthier digestion and a happier gut.
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Tecnológico de Monterrey develops nutraceutical corn to address the global food and public health crisis
The nutraceutical corn developed by scientists at the FEMSA Biotechnology Center at Tecnológico de Monterrey promises enhanced nutrition and disease prevention, offering a sustainable solution to global food challenges.
