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Episode One: The New Food Podcast
Love our latest issue of New Food? Want to know a bit more about what to expect before reading? Listen as New Food’s Editor takes you through issue 4, picking out some of her favourite parts.
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Health & Nutrition
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Deadly fruit fungus could wipe out bananas
Dr Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University explores how the banana industry is adapting to modern needs and constraints.
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Sales growth in a stalling wine category
Jaclyn Bowen speaks to Ari Walker from the Integrated Beverage Group about LifeVine and their “less than 1 gram of sugar” and “pesticide-free” wine claim.
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Chlorpyrifos: The Next “Glyphosate”?
Jaclyn Bowen from Clean Label Project explores the use of chlorpyrifos as a pesticide and the potential health risks involved.
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Plant-based protein innovations within the formula category
We discussed Nature’s One novel approach of using organic pea protein in baby and toddler formulas with the company's CEO, Jay Highman.
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Public to consult on New Zealand Food Safety’s draft strategy
As part of its aim to be a leader in food safety, New Zealand Food Safety will be taking its draft strategy out for public consultation.
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Tax on high sugar snacks could reduce obesity, report reveals
Obesity rates are on the rise, but research suggests a sugar tax could offer a solution.
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Scottish government announces plans to reduce unhealthy eating
Nicola Sturgeon’s move to restrict HFSS foodstuffs has been welcomed by most, but FDF Scotland warms it may cause issues.
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States told they have no power to sue over school lunch rules
The US government has said states could not sue based on speculation that changes to the School Lunch Program could cause health problems.
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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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Calorie reduction policy delay could be an opportunity to get ahead
A delay in the government’s new calorie reduction guidelines provides an opportunity for retailers to work closely with suppliers as it means they can begin to make changes to their own brand product ranges to get ahead and appeal to more health-conscious consumers...
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Considering soybeans’ mineral content to differentiate countries of origin
Nutritionists have been asked to consider a soybean's mineral content when evaluating the nutritive value of commercial soybean meals.
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Clean label report uncovers consumer misperceptions
A clean label report has identified consumer misperceptions around food, beverage and supplement ingredient claims regarding health benefits.
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Makzemo LLC recalls spice
Makzemo LLC of Brooklyn, NY is recalling Balquis Yemeni spice, because of potential lead contamination.
