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Healthy LivingPublic Health NutritionThe State of the UK’s Diet: Insights from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2019–2023.
July 22, 2025

The State of the UK’s Diet: Insights from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey 2019–2023.

The latest findings from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) offer a comprehensive picture of the UK population’s eating habits, nutrient intakes, and nutritional status between 2019 and 2023. Against a backdrop…
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Healthy LivingVegetarian Diets for Adults: Safe, Nutritionally Adequate, and Beneficial — A Summary of the Academy’s 2025 Position.
July 22, 2025

Vegetarian Diets for Adults: Safe, Nutritionally Adequate, and Beneficial — A Summary of the Academy’s 2025 Position.

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics has released its 2025 position paper affirming that well-planned vegetarian and vegan dietary patterns are nutritionally adequate for adults and can offer significant health…
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Healthy LivingPublic Health NutritionBelgium’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Step Forward for Health – But Falling Short on Sustainability.
July 22, 2025

Belgium’s 2025 Dietary Guidelines: A Step Forward for Health – But Falling Short on Sustainability.

Belgium’s Superior Health Council has published updated dietary guidelines for adults, reflecting a renewed commitment to tackling chronic disease through diet. While the recommendations are evidence-based and a marked improvement…
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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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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteEAT–Lancet 2.0 Redefines the Planetary Health Diet: From Sustainable Eating to Just Food Systems.
October 8, 2025

EAT–Lancet 2.0 Redefines the Planetary Health Diet: From Sustainable Eating to Just Food Systems.

In October 2025, the EAT–Lancet Commission released EAT–Lancet 2.0, an updated and expanded assessment of what it means to eat for both human and planetary health. Building upon the landmark 2019 EAT–Lancet report (Food in…
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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteNational Dietary Guidelines Fall Short on Plant-Based Protein and Meat Reduction, Study Finds.
October 8, 2025

National Dietary Guidelines Fall Short on Plant-Based Protein and Meat Reduction, Study Finds.

The paper from the University of Göttingen and ProVeg International calls for a fundamental rethink of how nations design their dietary guidelines — making them not only healthier, but also…
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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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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteEAT–Lancet 2.0 Redefines the Planetary Health Diet: From Sustainable Eating to Just Food Systems.
October 8, 2025

EAT–Lancet 2.0 Redefines the Planetary Health Diet: From Sustainable Eating to Just Food Systems.

In October 2025, the EAT–Lancet Commission released EAT–Lancet 2.0, an updated and expanded assessment of what it means to eat for both human and planetary health. Building upon the landmark 2019 EAT–Lancet report (Food in…
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Public Health NutritionSustainability and Food WasteNational Dietary Guidelines Fall Short on Plant-Based Protein and Meat Reduction, Study Finds.
October 8, 2025

National Dietary Guidelines Fall Short on Plant-Based Protein and Meat Reduction, Study Finds.

The paper from the University of Göttingen and ProVeg International calls for a fundamental rethink of how nations design their dietary guidelines — making them not only healthier, but also…
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Public Health NutritionRethinking UPFs: Why Food Enjoyment and Perception Matter More Than Processing.
October 8, 2025

Rethinking UPFs: Why Food Enjoyment and Perception Matter More Than Processing.

A new UK study challenges the common belief that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are the main driver of overeating, highlighting instead the role of nutrition, taste, and consumer perceptions in shaping…
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Public Health NutritionThe UPDATE Trial: First Clinical Evidence Comparing UPF and MPF Diets.
October 8, 2025

The UPDATE Trial: First Clinical Evidence Comparing UPF and MPF Diets.

The debate around Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs) has often been polarised: are they harmful because of their nutrient content, their industrial processing, or both? For the first time, researchers have directly…
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Food SafetyPublic Health NutritionDenmark’s EU Presidency Sparks Clash Over Plant-Based Food Future
July 22, 2025

Denmark’s EU Presidency Sparks Clash Over Plant-Based Food Future

As Denmark assumes the rotating presidency of the EU Council, it is placing the future of food firmly on the agenda—signaling a major policy shift that could accelerate the EU’s…
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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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Innovation and TrendsWhich Proteins Do Consumers Prefer in Meat Alternatives? New Study Reveals Surprising Insights
October 8, 2025

Which Proteins Do Consumers Prefer in Meat Alternatives? New Study Reveals Surprising Insights

As the alternative protein market matures, the question of which ingredients consumers actually want in their meat alternatives is becoming more urgent. A new study from ETH Zürich, published in Appetite,…
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Innovation and TrendsIGD’s Framework for Population Diet Change: Turning Health and Sustainability into Business Growth
October 8, 2025

IGD’s Framework for Population Diet Change: Turning Health and Sustainability into Business Growth

The UK faces a dual challenge: rising obesity rates and the urgent need to cut food-related greenhouse gas emissions. Less than 1% of the population currently meets the government’s Eatwell Guide recommendations,…
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Innovation and TrendsPublic Health NutritionReview of IUNS-ICN 2025 Congress in Paris.
October 8, 2025

Review of IUNS-ICN 2025 Congress in Paris.

Ultra-Processed Foods in the Spotlight The 23rd International Congress of Nutrition (IUNS-ICN), held in Paris (24–29 August 2025), brought together thousands of nutrition professionals, scientists, and policymakers under the theme “Sustainable Food…
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Innovation and TrendsFrom AI to Algae: 2025’s Food Trends Signal a Shift in What—and How—we Eat.
July 28, 2025

From AI to Algae: 2025’s Food Trends Signal a Shift in What—and How—we Eat.

EIT Food Report outlines the consumer-driven forces reshaping Europe’s food system — Nutricomms weighs in on what this means for the food and beverage industry. The EIT Food Consumer Observatory’s…
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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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