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Hot drink vending machines found to pose allergen risk
A local council investigation in the UK has highlighted the dangers of using hot drink vending machines for consumers with allergies.
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FDF details coronavirus impact to UK food export industry
In a new report published by the UK's Food and Drink Federation (FDF), exports of food and drink fell by 13.8 percent in the first half of the year, compared to 2019; yet there remain reasons for optimism.
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New store in Sweden prices goods based on carbon emissions
In a world first, major Swedish food brand Felix has launched its own grocery store where products are priced on their climate impact: the more the carbon dioxide emissions, the higher the price.
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Helping companies meet new labelling law requirements
FSA has released a guide to enable food businesses to identify precisely which products will require new labelling when Natasha’s Law comes into force next year.
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Survey highlights huge misconceptions about vegan food
When questioned about the attributes of vegan food products, consumers in a recent survey revealed considerable ignorance and confusion, highlighting the need for consumer eduction to make informed food choices.
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Recall roundup: hygiene breach, bacteria, incorrect labelling, and more…
New Food's weekly roundup of food recalls in North America and Europe.
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UK groups unite to fight for future food standards
The alliance for better food and farming group, Sustain, has announced it will chair a new coalition that has united to maintain and improve food standards in the UK.
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US continues to reduce calorie and sugar consumption from drinks
A new report in the United States highlights definite progress towards a collaborative national goal to reduce the number of calories and sugar Americans consume from beverages.
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Vegan doesn’t always mean animal-free, says FSAI
The FSAI has issued an allergen warning due to the possibility of animal ingredients in vegan declared foods.
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Which! lifts the lid on recyclable food packaging
Trusted consumer brand Which! has published the results of a survey it carried out, assessing how easy it is for consumers to recycle food-product packaging - and the results weren’t good.
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US allergy research reveals frequency of allergic reactions
A study has discovered that half of people with food allergies report at least one allergic reaction each year in US.
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Consumers demand clear unambiguous ingredients lists
The results of a recent survey underline consumers’ obvious preference for clear and straightforward labelling, particularly on ingredients lists. But is this preference being met?
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Research confirms comparable protein quality for ribeye and processed meat
A recent study from the University of Illinois assessed the protein quality of various meats, finding that both expensive cuts of meat contain equally highly digestible amino acids as cheaper processed meat products.
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Survey highlights wider pool of meat reducers than previously thought
A new survey undertaken by ingredients firm Griffith Foods has uncovered a growing swathe of alternative protein consumers, or meat reducers, representing huge potential to develop more exciting alternative protein products.
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Broken Plate report finds disappointing results of UK health
According to recent report the Broken Plate 2020, little or no progress has been made in the last year to the health of UK citizens, particularly those in the lowest income bracket.
