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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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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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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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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.
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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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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.
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Skincare containing food may trigger allergies
Food-containing skin products may be dangerous for patients with inflammatory skin conditions, according to a new study.
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‘Label’ hopes to help UK businesses with latest calorie labelling legislation
Food analysis laboratory EMS has launched a new labelling service, which it says will help UK businesses adhere to new legislation.
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Could the UK run out of bread?
The Federation of Bakers’ Chief Executive has called for the government to help prevent an imminent “bread crisis”.
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Recall roundup: This week’s food recalls from Canada, the US and the UK
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This week's recall roundup features alerts around Salmonella and Norovirus, plus foreign objects and even counterfeit chocolate bars.
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What confuses health-conscious consumers when choosing products?
Pricing and labelling are considerable concerns for customers when choosing ‘healthy’ food and beverage products, according to new research.
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Food as medicine – could diet impact disease treatment?
A first-of-its-kind review and report on using food to treat and manage disease has been released.
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How do blackberries impact gut health?
A new scientific study has found out how blackberries aid gut health.
