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Episode 24 – A history of hemp
The New Food editorial team sit down for a history lesson with Michael Kyriakou, CEO of Gaia's Farming, as they learn the story of wonder-plant hemp.
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Getting to grips with global acute hunger crises
Identifying the root of a problem such as acute hunger is particularly difficult when drivers are systemic, but the Global Network Against Food Crises is attempting just that, courtesy of its latest report.
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WHO report takes formula milk producers to task
The WHO has blasted formula milk retailers for employing marketing tactics which it says “blatantly” breaches an international code developed in the 1980s.
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What does the calorie labelling law mean for people with eating disorders?
The new calorie labelling legislation in England – aimed at tackling the obesity crisis – has been welcomed by many, but does it also carry a cause for concern? New Food finds out.
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The challenges of being a CBD business
New Food hears from Drops of Heal CBD’s Founder about why she decided to launch CBD-infused olive oils, her thoughts on UK regulation, and where the future of cannabinoids might be heading.
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Call for mandatory salt reduction targets
“It’s time to make salt reduction targets mandatory”, health professionals and charities tell the UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, in a letter.
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Why Kellogg’s is not happy with HFSS regulations
Kellogg's is challenging the UK Government over upcoming HFSS regulations which would limit where some of its most popular cereals can be displayed in shops - and it's all to do with added milk...
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The psychological impact of allergies
During Allergy Awareness Week, New Food explores the findings of the UK’s biggest study into the perceptions on allergies, which has uncovered the hidden mental health and psychological effects of having - or caring for someone - with an allergy.
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Breakfast cereal market soaring
The breakfast cereal market size is estimated to be worth $50.7 billion by 2030, as sales continue to rise post-pandemic, driven by a rising demand for convenient, ready-to-eat options.
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Is the food sector overruling important human instincts?
A new research study suggests that humans possess surprising nutritional intelligence that influences our eating habits...but is the modern food sector making us turn away from our instincts?
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Eat well for you and the planet, is the message for Healthy Eating Week 2022
The British Nutrition Foundation has announced its intention to mark its tenth Healthy Eating Week by making it the biggest and best subscribed yet.
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War on Ukraine has exacerbated existing food crisis
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The conflict in Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic are creating a global health and nutrition crisis for millions of women and children, according to a new analysis.
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Can exercise combat cravings?
High-intensity interval exercise whilst dieting may reduce cravings for fatty foods, according to a new research study.
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Gut feeling – could the microbiome be responsible for food cravings?
Does the microbiome have an influence on what we crave to eat? Scientists from the University of Pittsburgh think it may well do after a new study involving mice.
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Saving human lives
Carel du Marchie Sarvaas explains how innovations in animal health are serving up safer food and considers ways we might further improve quality standards in the future.
