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England is “nowhere near” obesity goal, says CMO report
In her parting report, the CMO has called for action against junk food, including a ban on eating and drinking on public transport, in a bid to tackle obesity.
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Nutritional risks on the rise
Diseases such as diabetes, cancer, obesity, Alzheimer’s and coronary disease are said to account for the single-largest burden on the UK economy.
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Report shows sugar reduction progress by food industry
Findings suggest a consumer shift towards zero or lower sugar products, with sugar purchased from soft drinks decreasing in all socio-economic groups.
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Whole genome sequencing could help control disease
Researchers have analysed C. perfringens foodborne and non-foodborne outbreaks using whole genome sequencing.
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Action on Salt urges government to implement salt reduction programme for sauces
Action on Salt has discovered that a range of sauces and marinades contain high levels of salt, some up to 10 times the salt concentration of sea water.
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Snack alternative looks to encourage healthy lifestyle for children
Healthy multipack snacks for children are available in a major supermarket and aim to inform children on how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
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Campylobacter levels in British chicken – the results are in
The UK Food Standards Agency (FSA) has published its final Year 4 report on campylobacter spp. in UK-produced whole fresh chicken, finding a stark contrast between levels of retailer.
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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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10-year-olds in the UK have consumed 18 years’-worth of sugar, says research
Children have already exceeded the maximum recommended sugar intake for an 18-year old by the time they reach their tenth birthday, according to Public Health England (PHE), with figures based on their total sugar consumption from the age of two.
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Huge public support for reductions in sugar and calories
A recent report has shown how the vast majority of the public support the government in tackling the high content of sugar and calories in foods...
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English children consume more than a year’s worth of sugar in six months
The statistic was published by Public Health England and used to highlight its Change4Life campaign which promotes healthy choices for children.
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Government reviews food industry’s progress on sugar reduction targets
This is the first assessment of the targets which were introduced in 2016 to help curb the UK's obesity crisis.
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UK Government challenges food industry to cut calories by 20 per cent
Shrinking portions, altering recipes and guiding the consumer's hand towards lower calorie products are all methods through which Public Health England has suggested manufacturers and retailers might meet the target it has set to slash calories. Health campaigners and an industry federation have welcomed the move, but one critic from…
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Salt levels in British sausages haven’t moved in six years
The level of salt in UK sausages is roughly the same as it was in 2011 – falling foul of salt reduction targets.
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Campaign group urge action as survey shows best-selling pesto is still saltier than seawater
As the deadline looms, Consensus Action on Salt and Health has encouraged Public Health England to 'get tough' on food manufacturers who fail to meet the 2017 Salt Reduction targets.