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Food SafetyFDA Approves Three New Natural Food Colours in Move Away from Synthetic Dyes.
May 26, 2025

FDA Approves Three New Natural Food Colours in Move Away from Synthetic Dyes.

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved three new colour additives from natural sources, “that will expand the palette of available colours from natural sources for manufacturers to…
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Food SafetyAcesulfame K Declared Safe Again: What Health Experts and Policymakers Need to Know.
May 20, 2025

Acesulfame K Declared Safe Again: What Health Experts and Policymakers Need to Know.

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has reconfirmed the safety of Acesulfame K (E 950), a low/no calorie sweetener widely used in food and beverage products, following a comprehensive, science-driven…
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Food SafetyPublic Health NutritionANSES Calls for Soy Ban in Public Catering: Experts Warn of Misinformation.
April 14, 2025

ANSES Calls for Soy Ban in Public Catering: Experts Warn of Misinformation.

Soy is widely recognised as a nutritionally rich source of plant-based protein, commonly consumed by vegetarians, vegans, and individuals aiming to reduce their reliance on animal-derived foods. However, France's national…
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Food SafetyPublic Health NutritionPublic Perception vs Scientific Reality: The Debate on Seed Oils.
February 27, 2025

Public Perception vs Scientific Reality: The Debate on Seed Oils.

A recent study conducted by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) has shed light on the ongoing debate surrounding seed oils. Despite widespread discourse on social media and in political…
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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteSweden’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Progressive Step Towards Healthier, More Sustainable Eating.
June 18, 2025

Sweden’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Progressive Step Towards Healthier, More Sustainable Eating.

Following Switzerland’s bold new nutrition strategy prioritising plant-based diets, and sustainability, Sweden has now set its own updated dietary guidelines through the Swedish Food Agency (Livsmedelsverket). These guidelines emphasise healthier,…
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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteNot All Ultra-Processed Foods Are Equal: New Report Defends Nutritional Value of Plant-Based Meat.
May 26, 2025

Not All Ultra-Processed Foods Are Equal: New Report Defends Nutritional Value of Plant-Based Meat.

As ultra-processed foods (UPFs) come under increasing scrutiny, a new evidence-based report reveals that lumping plant-based meat products in with all UPFs could mislead consumers about their true health impact.…
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Healthy LivingPublic Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteDeliciously Ella Launches ‘Choose Ultra-Processed Free’ Campaign to Promote Healthier Eating Habits.
April 14, 2025

Deliciously Ella Launches ‘Choose Ultra-Processed Free’ Campaign to Promote Healthier Eating Habits.

Deliciously Ella, the renowned plant-based food brand founded by Ella Mills, has unveiled its 'Choose Ultra-Processed Free' campaign aimed at encouraging consumers to reduce their intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs)…
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Sustainability and Food WasteGlobal Agrifood Systems Carry $12 Trillion in Hidden Costs: FAO Calls for Urgent Transformation.
December 4, 2024

Global Agrifood Systems Carry $12 Trillion in Hidden Costs: FAO Calls for Urgent Transformation.

A refined analysis by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has uncovered that hidden costs in global agrifood systems amount to an astonishing $12 trillion annually. Of this total,…
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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteSweden’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Progressive Step Towards Healthier, More Sustainable Eating.
June 18, 2025

Sweden’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Progressive Step Towards Healthier, More Sustainable Eating.

Following Switzerland’s bold new nutrition strategy prioritising plant-based diets, and sustainability, Sweden has now set its own updated dietary guidelines through the Swedish Food Agency (Livsmedelsverket). These guidelines emphasise healthier,…
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Public Health NutritionNewborn Vitamin D Deficiency May Increase Risk of Mental Health Disorders, Major Study Finds.
May 26, 2025

Newborn Vitamin D Deficiency May Increase Risk of Mental Health Disorders, Major Study Finds.

A major new study involving The University of Queensland has found that newborn babies with a vitamin D deficiency are more likely to develop mental health disorders later in life,…
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Innovation and TrendsPublic Health NutritionDo Food Labels Actually Influence Health? New Study Says… Not Really.
May 26, 2025

Do Food Labels Actually Influence Health? New Study Says… Not Really.

A recent study from Georgetown University (US) casts doubt on the effectiveness of front-of-pack (FOP) nutrition labelling in improving public health. Despite widespread use, researchers found no strong link between…
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Public Health NutritionFDA and NIH Launch Ambitious Nutrition Regulatory Science Programme.
May 26, 2025

FDA and NIH Launch Ambitious Nutrition Regulatory Science Programme.

New joint initiative aims to tackle chronic diseases, ultra-processed foods, and food additive concerns, amid significant restructuring and staffing changes The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the National…
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Innovation and TrendsFibre Claims Surge as Consumers Prioritise Gut Health.
May 26, 2025

Fibre Claims Surge as Consumers Prioritise Gut Health.

Claims about “high fibre” content on food labels are increasing, reflecting a growing consumer interest in healthier eating and the recognised benefits of fibre. This trend is particularly strong in…
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Innovation and TrendsPublic Health NutritionDo Food Labels Actually Influence Health? New Study Says… Not Really.
May 26, 2025

Do Food Labels Actually Influence Health? New Study Says… Not Really.

A recent study from Georgetown University (US) casts doubt on the effectiveness of front-of-pack (FOP) nutrition labelling in improving public health. Despite widespread use, researchers found no strong link between…
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Healthy LivingInnovation and TrendsBreakthrough Research Reveals AI-Driven Personalised Nutrition Could Transform Gut Health.
April 14, 2025

Breakthrough Research Reveals AI-Driven Personalised Nutrition Could Transform Gut Health.

A groundbreaking study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI)-driven personalised nutrition programmes could significantly enhance gut microbiome diversity, providing a potential path to improved gut health. This innovative approach, though…
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Innovation and TrendsPublic Health NutritionNon-GMO Project Unveils New ‘Non-UPF Verified’ Label to Tackle Ultra-Processed Foods.
April 14, 2025

Non-GMO Project Unveils New ‘Non-UPF Verified’ Label to Tackle Ultra-Processed Foods.

A bold step towards food integrity as ultra-processed foods face growing scrutiny The Non-GMO Project, widely recognised for its butterfly seal on genetically modified organism (GMO)-free products, has launched a…
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Healthy LivingUnmasking Nutrition Misinformation: The Hidden Influence Threatening Public Health.
May 26, 2025

Unmasking Nutrition Misinformation: The Hidden Influence Threatening Public Health.

Influencers pushing carnivore diets, raw milk, and anti-plant-based narratives are putting millions at risk for profit, new research warns. A new report by the Rooted Research Collective and the Freedom…
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Healthy LivingInnovation and TrendsBreakthrough Research Reveals AI-Driven Personalised Nutrition Could Transform Gut Health.
April 14, 2025

Breakthrough Research Reveals AI-Driven Personalised Nutrition Could Transform Gut Health.

A groundbreaking study has revealed that artificial intelligence (AI)-driven personalised nutrition programmes could significantly enhance gut microbiome diversity, providing a potential path to improved gut health. This innovative approach, though…
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Healthy LivingPublic Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteDeliciously Ella Launches ‘Choose Ultra-Processed Free’ Campaign to Promote Healthier Eating Habits.
April 14, 2025

Deliciously Ella Launches ‘Choose Ultra-Processed Free’ Campaign to Promote Healthier Eating Habits.

Deliciously Ella, the renowned plant-based food brand founded by Ella Mills, has unveiled its 'Choose Ultra-Processed Free' campaign aimed at encouraging consumers to reduce their intake of ultra-processed foods (UPFs)…
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Healthy LivingPublic Health NutritionUNESCO Urges Action on Quality of School Meals to Support Child Health and Learning.
April 14, 2025

UNESCO Urges Action on Quality of School Meals to Support Child Health and Learning.

A new UNESCO report underscores the critical importance of improving the nutritional quality of school meals, linking better food provision with enhanced health, learning, and long-term well-being of children. While…
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Sports NutritionSustainability and Food WasteOlympics Stir EU Debate on Need for Meat-Based Protein
August 6, 2024

Olympics Stir EU Debate on Need for Meat-Based Protein

As the world’s premier athletic event, the Olympics not only showcases the pinnacle of human physical achievement but also ignites discussions on the myriad factors contributing to such excellence. One…
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Sports Nutrition5 Hydration Tips For Football Players
December 7, 2023

5 Hydration Tips For Football Players

Fact : over 90% of regular soccer players start games with insufficient hydration levels. Avoid the pitfalls and boost your performance step by step. 1. Dehydration ruins your game Playing football when…
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Sports NutritionSeven Sports Nutrition Principles for Olympic Athletes
December 7, 2023

Seven Sports Nutrition Principles for Olympic Athletes

Sports nutrition plays a crucial role in the performance and success of athletes in the Olympics. Proper nutrition is essential for optimizing training, enhancing recovery, and maximizing athletic performance. Athletes…
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Public Health NutritionSports NutritionThe basics of dehydration
December 7, 2023

The basics of dehydration

Hydration Water is one of, if not the, most important nutrient we can consume. Water is the largest constituent in the body and makes up the majority of our major organs;…
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