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The pros and cons of nutrient modelling systems
Nutrition expert, Barbara Bray, discusses the upsides and drawbacks of nutrient profiling and why we should take a step back to examine the science.
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Is there a link between heavy metals and autism?
Debates have arisen over the years as to whether or not there is a link between heavy metals and child development. Now, a new court case hopes to shed a light on this once and for all.
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Recall roundup: Listeria monocytogenes alarm sounded in the US
Listeria monocytogenes has been detected in certain enoki mushroom products distributed to three US cities, the FDA has announced.
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Coroner deliberates inquest into multiple food delivery rider deaths
The deaths of four food delivery riders in New South Wales (NSW), Australia could be jointly investigated in a coronial inquest that would scrutinise safety standards in the industry.
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JBS and Banco Do Brasil have partnered up to aid farmers
Meat processing company JBS has entered into a partnership with Banco do Brasil, a well-known financial company, to financially aid producers in its supply chain.
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Home-based food sellers must register with their local authority
Since Covid, there has been an increasing number of home-based food sellers, but many have failed to recognise their role as a business placing consumers at risk.
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Research finds most baby foods in the UK claim unregulated benefits
An average of nine promotional claims can be found on the packaging of individual UK baby foods, finds research - and not all of them are clear.
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Sugar policy: what lies ahead for the food sector
Growing awareness among policymakers of the food environment’s impact on public health, means the industry can expect ever tighter restrictions and regulations on sugar. Andrea Gutierrez-Solana explores…
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(Bio)Fortification: to D or not to D?
Researchers from Ulster University summarise the latest vitamin D research and suggest how the food industry can respond to suboptimal intakes.
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Ensuring food safety in a Net Zero world
In an exceptionally challenging and changing climate, Tom Southall, Policy Director at the the Cold Chain Federation, outlines some key food safety considerations.
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HACCP: don’t get caught out!
Expert Radojka Barycki offers a clear and concise overview of important HACCP updates impacting the beef slaughter process in the United States.
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Change in infant allergen guidelines stabilises Australian hospital admissions
A new study has revealed that changes to infant allergen guidelines may have caused serious hospital admissions of children with allergic reactions to plateau.
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Let’s talk sustainability for the sports nutrition sector
Dr Adam Carey from the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) discusses sustainability in sports nutrition and defines key targets and regulatory insights to help the industry innovate while meeting policymakers’ and consumers’ expectations.
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Alcohol’s exemption from labelling rules “absurd” says health alliance
Chair of the Alcohol Health Alliance UK Sir Ian Gilmore has called on the UK Government to publish its planned consultation on alcohol labelling "without further delay".
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Innocent sees advert banned by Advertising Standards Authority
Popular smoothie manufacturer Innocent had been accused by 26 viewers of misleading viewers about the total environment impact of Innocent products, with the manufacturer claiming it intended to set out a “purpose-led message”.
