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Ad giants ‘silence’ youth-led campaign against junk food advertising
Bite Back’s award-winning anti-junk food advertising campaign has been blocked by JCDecaux and Global, sparking censorship claims from the young activists.
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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.
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Consumer disgust will block edible insects as viable meat alternative, researchers warn
New research warns that cultural and psychological disgust will keep edible insects off Western plates as a meat alternative, despite sustainability benefits.
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GLP-1 supplements for weight management: what Vitafoods Europe 2025 taught us
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) supplements stole the spotlight at Vitafoods Europe 2025 in vibrant Barcelona (20-22 May). The undeniable impact of GLP-1 agonists on global health and nutrition left no seat unclaimed, as the only appetite left unsuppressed was for clarity on how the drug will shape the nutraceuticals industry.
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Deadly Listeria outbreak in US triggers recall of chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals
FreshRealm recalls chicken fettuccine Alfredo sold at Walmart and Kroger after 17 listeria cases, including three deaths and one foetal loss.
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Cut sugar and cream to maximise coffee’s health benefits
New research from Tufts University links black coffee consumption to lower mortality risk, warning that added sugar and cream may reduce these health benefits.
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UK food manufacturers slash salt and sugar in major reformulation drive
UK food reformulation drives major sugar, salt and calorie cuts, as manufacturers urge government support for healthier innovation.
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Pieminister recalls pies mislabelled with 2026 use-by date
Popular UK pie brand Pieminister recalls 10 varieties after labels wrongly extended shelf life by a full year.
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Lidl hash browns recalled over metal contamination and choking risk
Lidl recalls a batch of its Harvest Basket Hash Browns after they were found to possibly contain metal pieces, posing a serious choking hazard to consumers.
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Dubai chocolate imports under scrutiny after FSA issues allergy warning
UK food safety watchdog warns allergy sufferers after unlabelled imported Dubai-style chocolates found on UK shelves and online.
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Jolly Rancher sweets recalled by FSA for not complying with UK law
Several imported Jolly Rancher sweets have been recalled by the FSA for containing chemical compounds that are prohibited in food under UK regulations.
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Dr Pepper recall upgraded after 19,000 cans mislabelled
Dr Pepper recall upgraded to Class II after 19,000 zero sugar cans found to contain full sugar, posing serious health risks to diabetic US consumers.
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Nearly two million eggs recalled in US over Salmonella risk
August Egg Company recalls 1.7 million dozen eggs sold across nine US states after Salmonella outbreak sickens 79 and hospitalises 21.
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Deliveroo takes to the skies with drone delivery trial in Dublin
Deliveroo partners with Manna to trial drone deliveries in Blanchardstown, targeting faster service to suburban and harder-to-reach locations.
