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Food packaging could affect body’s nutrient absorption
Food packaging could be negatively affecting the way in which the digestive tract operates, according to new research by faculty and students at Binghamton University in New York.
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Meat use-by dates: an exercise in both risk and crisis management
Recent high-profile product recalls and withdrawals have shaken the confidence of retail buyers and consumers alike. To complicate matters, there has been considerable confusion when trying to distinguish between failures to follow guidance (which can be remedied) and serious, fraudulent or criminal activity. Nick Allen looks at what processors and…
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Unilever to work on ‘breakthrough’ in food packaging technology
Unilever has announced a partnership with start-up company Ioniqa & the largest global producer of PET resin Indorama Ventures to pioneer a new technology which converts PET waste back into virgin grade material for use in food packaging.
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The transparent food packaging patch that detects off meat
Is that meat still good? Are you sure? McMaster researchers have developed a test to bring certainty to the delicate but critical question of whether meat and other foods are safe to eat or need to be thrown out.
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Isotope fingerprinting method lifts lid on salmon nutrition
To reduce costs and impact on wild fish stocks, carnivorous fish are increasingly fed plant-based diets in aquaculture. However, the rapid development in aquaculture fish production has not been matched by new methods that accurately can trace the food chain supply in aquaculture production.
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Research reveals the environmental footprint of the egg industry
A team of Spanish scientists has investigated the environmental impact of egg production on a typical farm, in research that has implications for one of the biggest food industries in Europe.
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New survey finds huge variation of salt levels in bread worldwide
A new survey by World Action on Salt and Health (WASH), based at Queen Mary University of London, has revealed the levels of salt content in bread.
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Optional alcohol labelling “unacceptable” according to consumer group
Alcohol industry have submitted proposals that will help it self-regulate the provision nutritional information about its products to consumers, but the question of where this information is presented has ruffled some feathers.
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EU step up fight against food fraud with “Knowledge Centre”
Responding to consumer concerns about food quality and food fraud, the European Commission has launched a "Knowledge Centre", operated by the Joint Research Centre.
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Beef with cultured meat: US Cattlemen’s Association in labelling row
As cultured meat appears increasingly promising, anxieties are coming to the surface over how consumers will be able to distinguish between beef harvested in the 'traditional manner' and waves of alternatives.
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Compulsory labelling system would help diabetics manage condition
The UK food service industry should use a standardised food labelling system, such as the nutritional traffic lights seen on packaging, according to a survey asking diabetics what would help them manage their condition better.
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French retailer joins the blockchain revolution with eggs, mince and more
Chicken has been plucked as the first product to go on blockchain in an innovative step by a major French retailer. More products, such as eggs and mince, are set to follow.
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Major confectioners to crowdsource ideas to help families snack responsibly
Mondelez International, Ferrero UK and Mars Wrigley Confectionery UK have thrown their weight behind Be treatwise, an initiative aimed at helping the nation have a balanced approach to treats.
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Endocrine Society ‘disappointed’ by FDA’s packaging chemical stance
The Endocrine Society has called the FDA's conclusion that BPA is safe for the currently authorised uses in food containers and packaging "premature".
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Food Fraud 2018: Four key challenges, says Prof Elliott
Food Fraud 2018 chairman Professor Chris Elliott's opening remarks set out the scale of the growing global food fraud threat.
