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FDA issues Class II recall over mislabelled NuNaturals sweeteners
FDA upgrades NuNaturals sweetener recall to Class II after label mix-up involving stevia and monk fruit products.
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Ultra-processed foods make up over half of US calorie intake, CDC finds
New CDC data reveals US diets are dominated by ultra-processed foods, especially among children, though consumption has dipped slightly in recent years.
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Cornell scientists develop algae-based blue dye to replace synthetic food colourants
The new algae-derived blue dye offers food producers a vibrant and stable alternative to synthetic colourants and emulsifiers.
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Four arrested on suspicion of fraud in counterfeit rice investigation
Four arrested as part of food crime investigation uncovering counterfeit basmati rice, as the FSA steps up action against food fraud in the UK.
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Engineering compliance: ingredient innovation driving the future of non-HFSS products
ChemBizR Senior Analyst Shivani Nainwal explores how bold ingredient innovation is driving HFSS-compliant food reformulation in the UK, transforming products and helping shape a healthier future ahead of the January 2026 deadline.
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Tuna products recalled across seven US states over listeria contamination risk
Reser’s Fine Foods recalls tuna salad products sold in seven US states over listeria risk linked to contaminated breadcrumbs.
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Common sugar substitute linked to brain cell damage and increased stroke risk
New study reveals erythritol, a popular sugar substitute often recommended for people with obesity and diabetes, may damage brain cells and raise stroke risk.
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New FSA campaign warns parents: Don’t give slushies containing glycerol to under-7s
New FSA campaign warns parents to avoid giving children under 7 slushies with glycerol this summer amid growing health concerns.
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US ice cream makers agree to remove artificial dyes as FDA approves new natural colour
Major US dairy brands pledge to eliminate synthetic colours from ice cream by 2028 as FDA approves new natural blue food dye.
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Bread sold in Kroger and Walmart recalled over hazelnut allergen risk
Hartford Bakery recalls six lots of bread sold at Kroger and Walmart after hazelnuts were found in products mislabelled as plain white bread.
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Breaking the mould: a Win-Win solution to chocolate’s cocoa crisis
Against the backdrop of World Chocolate Day, this instalment of Ingredients for Change explores the current climate and challenges facing the cocoa industry and whether it’s time to rethink the traditional chocolate production model. New Food spoke with Ahrum Pak to learn how her startup aims to break the mould.
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Hershey joins growing food industry push to remove synthetic dyes by 2027
Hershey commits to removing synthetic dyes by 2027, joining a major industry push driven by health concerns and regulatory pressure.
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Protein-rich grasshopper bread developed to combat future food insecurity
Mexican scientists develop sustainable insect-based bread to address global protein demand and combat food insecurity by improving nutritional intake without altering daily diets.
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Synthetic dyes found in 1 in 5 US packaged foods and drinks
Research finds widespread use of synthetic dyes in US packaged foods and drinks as FDA pushes phase-out amid growing health concerns, especially for children’s products.
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Unlocking value through product reformulation: why mouthfeel matters more than ever
As consumer expectations evolve, Tate & Lyle reveal to New Food why preserving mouthfeel through product reformulation is essential for delivering affordable indulgence.
