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The pea protein market is predicted to reach $150m by 2024
Factors such as its low allergenic potential, as well as nutritional and functional advantages, have boosted the pea protein market.
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Controlling contaminants: the new facet of ‘clean label’
A worrying number of products have been found to contain contaminants. As the popularity of ‘clean label’ rises among consumers, Clean Label Project is on a mission to bring transparency to consumer product labelling. Jaclyn Bowen, Executive Director of the project, explains how.
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New rye detection method developed
A new method for detecting rye in food could help manufacturers meet regulatory requirements for 'gluten-free' claims on foods.
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Do not overestimate consumer awareness about protein
A recent survey has shown that consumers think very positively about protein. However, as Mike Hughes explains, it is important to not overestimate the extent that consumers monitor their protein intake...
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New survey finds high salt levels in savoury finger foods
A new survey by Action on Salt has found that one in four savoury picnic foods are dangerously high in salt.
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Call for change in food labelling guidelines to help fight obesity
Researchers are calling for government guidelines on food labelling to be amended after finding many misinterpret the information.
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Utilising smart devices for the breakfast of the future
Breakfast is said to be the most important meal of the day, but what if you're too busy to cook a healthy and nutritious breakfast? That's where smart devices come in, as Clara Talens explains...
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Special therapeutic food can help gut health of malnourished children
In an effort to understand how to help malnourished children, a new study has looked closer at foods which support children's gut microbiota, as Food Journalist Kayla Mathews explains...
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Whole-genome sequencing could be key for salmonella detection
The use of genome sequencing in the food industry will lead to the consistently reliable detection of salmonella, according to new research.
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Can CBD help treat health conditions or is it the placebo effect?
The popularity of Cannabidiol (CBD) has surged, not just in the food and beverage industry, but across many other sectors, due to consumer beliefs that it can help treat certain aliments and illnesses. But many are questioning these claims, suggesting further investigation over CBD’s effects and perceived benefits are required.
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Cannabinoids in New Products: Testing and other concerns
With so many countries changing their attitudes towards cannabis and many testing the properties of this diverse plant, it won’t be long until we see more cannabis-infused products on our shelves. Many global food and beverage manufacturers including Mondelez, Coca-Cola and Molson Cools are exploring the options of cannabinoids in…
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Levy called for all calorie-dense processed foods
Companies making processed foods with excessive calories should be taxed, says Action on Sugar and Action on Salt.
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An appetite for change: Where the food industry is going
Ashley Pollock, Senior Innovation Consultant at Ayming, looks at the trend for a more health-conscious approach to what we eat.
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Healthy just got tasty: Bite UK snack report summer 2019
Snacking has traditionally been the sector where health priorities take a back seat, but new Government guidelines, specifically those recommending low fat snacks under 100 calories, has raised the bar. 'Better-for-you' snacks need to entice consumers in with their packaging and then over-deliver on taste.
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Healthy competition bodes well for the corn-based ingredients market
New analysis shows the corn-based ingredients market is being driven by favourable supply-demand dynamics.
