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BRC report calls for solutions to UK food retail imports from the EU
Without agreed and well-planned solutions, the report has warned that UK consumers will face higher costs and reduced availability of goods.
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Featured Article: Is unconventional the way forward?
When it comes to testing edible oils, most will rely on chromatography or wet chemical methods. Looking to improve productivity and reduce cost, Lesieur adopted a different approach; New Food’s Editor, Bethan Grylls finds out more.
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‘Medical food’ launched in UK to help people living with metabolic disorder
A pharmaceutical company has launched a 'medical food' in the UK which acts as a protein substitute for those living with phenylketonuria.
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Research needed to link supplements and work performance, says expert
An expert on public health has called for more research into potential links between food supplements, dietary nutrient density and productivity in the workplace.
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US study shows legal safety measures for pesticides are being overlooked
A recent investigation by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) has found that the EPA has been flouting legal requirements to adjust limits for pesticides in foods, particularly under the Trump administration.
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Top ten food trends predicted for 2020
A focus on climate crisis and recycling are among the top food trend predictions recently made for 2020.
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How I lost 44lbs in 5 days
The allure of a miracle solution can be tempting for consumers, but how do we tell the difference between the honest labels and the tall tales? Phil Patterson gives some key advice.
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Study demonstrates functional skin benefits of almonds
In a first of its kind study, researchers in the US have demonstrated the significant skin anti-ageing benefits of regular almond consumption.
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New Food Issue 1 2020
Issue 1 2020 of New Food is available to read online, featuring stories on Food Safety, Bakery, Ingredients and much more...
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Public is still ‘confused’ by recycling, says new report
Calls made for the food and drink industry to take action after new research shows that the public is still confused about recycling.
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Recall roundup: plant-based chicken, pork, salad, smoothies and more
Food and beverage products are recalled due to reasons ranging from contamination to incorrect labelling, and here is New Food’s roundup of the most recent cases.
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China visit postponed by California Prune Board as coronavirus continues
Despite the cancellation of its trip to China as part of the Spring Asia Grower trip in April, the California Prune Board has stated that it remains committed to engaging with the growing Chinese market.
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Studies gauge effect of soft drink taxation, advertising and labelling laws
One study analysed the impact of Chile's Law of Food Labeling and Advertising, and the other looked at the effect of the UK Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL).
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Few consumers understand THC levels in cannabis edibles, study finds
The study, which surveyed 870 Canadians aged 16 to 30, found that most consumers could not identify whether a cannabis edible contained ‘low’ or ‘high’ levels of THC based on the label.
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Report investigates importance of food hygiene ratings for consumers
Although consumers typically associate food hygiene ratings with the hospitality sector, 57 percent of the report respondents said they expect food producers to have scores, as well as 24 percent expecting ratings for farmers and growers.
