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Bamboo emerges as promising sustainable superfood in global academic review
First global academic review links bamboo consumption to metabolic, gut and antioxidant benefits, while warning correct preparation is essential.
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EU targets PFAS with stricter drinking water monitoring regulations
Mandatory EU monitoring of PFAS in drinking water begins, forcing member states to test supplies, act on breaches and protect public health.
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FSA launches new food supplement safety guidance as January health kick boosts demand
The FSA has published new safety guidance to help consumers buy and use food supplements as demand increases during the January health kick.
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US resets dietary guidelines, backing more protein and fewer ultra-processed foods
New US dietary guidelines prioritise protein and whole foods while urging Americans to cut highly processed foods in major nutrition reset.
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Nestlé recalls several SMA infant formula products over cereulide toxin risk
Nestlé’s precautionary UK recall spans multiple SMA infant formula products after a potential cereulide toxin was identified in specific batches.
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Marks & Spencer launches Nutrient Dense range amid UK nutrient gaps and GLP-1 uptake
Marks & Spencer launches a nutrient-dense range responding to UK nutrient gaps and changing eating habits driven by GLP-1 uptake.
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UK junk food advertising ban comes into force
The new UK ban on junk food advertising before 9pm and online targets childhood obesity and forces change across food marketing.
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FSA highlights widespread Christmas food safety mistakes and how to avoid them
New FSA research exposes risky festive kitchen habits and sets out practical food safety steps to protect diners this Christmas.
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Morrisons and Applied Nutrition launch GLP-1 friendly ready meal range
Morrisons partners with Applied Nutrition on a landmark licensing deal, launching 53 high-protein products including the UK’s first GLP-1 friendly supermarket ready meals.
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Study links full-fat cheese and cream consumption to reduced dementia risk
Long-term Swedish research suggests eating full-fat cheese and cream may be associated with lower dementia risk, challenging established dietary advice.
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Fungi fed on plant remnants produce high-quality protein to fortify plant-based diets
New study shows fungi grown on plant remnants produce high-quality protein to fortify plant-based diets and reduce nutrient deficiency risks.
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Nestlé extends Materna range with nutrition solutions for every stage of motherhood
Nestlé expands its maternal nutrition solutions through the Materna range, offering science-led staged support from pre-conception to post-birth recovery.
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Most comprehensive study to date maps health benefits and risks of plant-based diets for children
New research explores how plant-based diets affect children’s health, revealing heart benefits alongside risks of nutrient deficiencies without careful planning.
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Heavy energy drink consumption may increase heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn
UK doctors warn that heavy energy drink consumption may increase stroke and cardiovascular disease risk, following a BMJ case involving extreme daily caffeine intake.
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UPF & HFSS – the new state of play
Lewis Wallis and Dr Samuel Dicken summarise the major developments from 2025 and reflect on what we might expect in the next year as science and policy continue to evolve around ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and foods high in fat, sugar and/or salt (HFSS).
