London supermarket UK first to introduce plastic-free zones
Thornton’s Budgens supermarket has become London's first store to introduce Plastic Free Zones, giving consumers plastic-fee packaging choices.
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Daily serving of brazil nuts could help control weight
Researchers have found that a daily serving of nuts could help to control weight in adults, and could lead to a healthier life...
Tax on red and processed meat could save lives, says study
Study from researchers at the Oxford Martin School concludes a health tax on red and processed meat could prevent more than 220,000 deaths and save over US$40 billion in healthcare costs every year.
Developing disease-resistant crops using SRG1
Researchers have identified the gene (SRG1) elevated in plants when they undergo stress, suggesting it could be used to develop disease resistant crops.
New digital refractometer from PCE Instruments
After adding lots of hand-held refractometers last year, PCE Instruments have recently launched a new tabletop Abbe refractometer that stands out by its high accuracy (4 decimal places).
Sensient Flavors: Inspirational and sophisticated concepts for the Middle East market
At Gulfood Manufacturing 2018, Sensient Flavors will present a new range of vibrant sauces, inclusions and seasonings, as well as innovative beverage creations.
High contaminant levels in oregano
Researchers have analysed over 70 samples of oregano from around Europe, identifying contamination through chromatography and spectrometry techniques.
Fatty fish improves young asthmatics’ lung function
Trial group who ate fish reduced their bronchial inflammation by 14 units.
The shrub that could feed Africa
Researchers have identified a common shrub that, when planted next to crops, can increase crop production by up to 900 per cent.
FAO and NDB to join forces in bid to achieve 2030 Agenda
Organisations increase their joint efforts to help countries achieve FAO's Sustainable Development Goals
Plastic waste turned into ultra-light supermaterial
Researchers have developed a method of using plastic waste and turning it into an aerogel with superior thermal insulation and strong absorption capacity.
Can coffee, zinc, chocolate and tea make you more healthy?
Researchers from Europe and the USA have discovered how zinc can protect against oxidative stress - a main reason for low life expectancy.
Significant cost to manufacturers as a result of ‘no-deal’ stockpiling
Food manufacturers and businesses are currently facing rising costs in relation for food stockpiling in case of a 'no-deal' Brexit.
Are substance mixtures in food more dangerous than individual substances?
A project involving 25 scientific institutions from Germany and Europe is investigating, among other areas, food substance mixtures for toxicity.
FDA consider new labelling for sesame allergies
With an increase in the number of people allergic to or being affected by sesame in foods, FDA commissioner has spoken about the next steps in labelling.
