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“Thin gruel” – Government food strategy blasted by industry
The Government Food Strategy white paper, published today, has come in for considerable criticism from the food industry, with many claiming it lack substance and planning.
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Humans aren’t so stupid after all
A new study has been billed as "significant" as it potentially disproves a long-held theory that humans are mindless overeaters.
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Lidl launches Good to Give label to aid food bank donations
Lidl’s new Good to Give label will help consumers identify which products are both nutritious and have a suitably long life, making them ideal for food bank donation.
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Could dairy consumption impact risk of prostate cancer?
A new study surveying 28,000 North American men claims to have identified a possible link between dairy intake and an increased risk of prostate cancer.
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A sustainable food system must give priority to safety
Following World Safety Day which took place on 7 June 2022, Anne Gerardi, Senior Manager, Global Food Safety Initiative, examines the true meaning of sustainable food.
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Can potatoes aid muscle-building?
A new study suggests that potato protein consumption can strongly increase muscle protein synthesis rates at rest and during recovery from exercise.
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Ketchup: fridge or cupboard? The debate is settled…
A survey has revealed how people in Britain store their food, and the heated arguments that can stem from a difference of opinion.
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Could coffee increase your lifespan?
A study has found that adults who drink one to three cups of coffee per day are likely to live longer than non-coffee drinkers.
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Protein supplements may help control diabetes
A new study has found that consuming whey protein before meals may help control type 2 diabetes.
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Digital dietician created in the US
A digital dietician has been created at Penn State University using VR technology in the hopes of helping people make better dietary choices.
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Can dogs go vegan?
A new study has found that a vegan diet may be more beneficial to dogs in comparison to a meat-based one.
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Digestive health supplements sales set to soar
A new report has found that the global digestive health supplements market is predicted to grow as consumers become more health-conscious.
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Whitepaper: Kjeldahl vs. Dumas – small overview and comparison
Learn how the Dumas method differs from the Kjeldahl method in nitrogen and protein determination, as well as the benefits of the LECO 828 and 928 series in food and feed analysis.
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Hunger in Somalia at highest level in 30 years, claims charity
The NGO has painted a very bleak picture in Somalia, where it is struggling to treat everyone that arrives at its Stabilization Centers in the East African country.
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Taste buds can adapt to low-salt diets, study claims
If the study is correct and taste buds can adapt to lower-sodium diets, then in theory the job of the dietitian will become considerably easier when it comes to encouraging healthier foods.
