Researchers have investigated the mechanisms of action behind carbs and weight gain, pointing to hormone levels that regulate fat.
Carbs and weight gain: Review points to low hormone levels that regulate fat
vendredi 29 juillet 2016
Dragons and lions favour food business investments
Millionaire investors in TV series Dragons’ Den have a penchant for backing food and drink businesses, according to new research.
Demand for organic meat on the rise, says Soil Association
UK sales of organic red meat are on a high, boosted by a belief that it is healthier than conventionally produced meat, according to the Soil Association.
Carbs and weight gain: Review points to low hormone levels that regulate fat
Researchers have investigated the mechanisms of action behind carbs and weight gain, pointing to hormone levels that regulate fat.
Dragons and lions favour food business investments
Millionaire investors in TV series Dragons’ Den have a penchant for backing food and drink businesses, according to new research.
Neonatal nutrition gap could explain weighty issue of disease inheritance
The nutritional quality of a mother’s diet during pregnancy has a huge say in determining offspring attributes, such as weight and even susceptibility to chronic conditions, a UK study has speculated.
Dr Ben Goldacre: ‘Does this food cause or prevent cancer? Honestly, there's no need for any more stories like that, they have almost no value’
There was plenty of handwringing at the IFT show this year about the lack of scientific literacy characterizing the debate around food and farming, backed up by scores of press clippings about ‘franken-foods.’ But is the media solely to blame, and what’s the remedy? FoodNavigator-USA editor Elaine Watson caught up with ‘Bad Science’ author Dr Ben Goldacre to find out…
Zeelandia selling bakery machinery business to focus on ingredients
Koninklijke Zeelandia Groep is selling its bakery machinery division to Everbake as it focuses its business on ingredients supply.
‘Portion control and re-sealable bags will be the future trends in confectionery’
Post-Brexit raw material costs, portion control and re-sealable bags are key concerns in the current confectionery market climate, according to Scottish private label confectioner Aldomak.
Demand for organic meat on the rise, says Soil Association
UK sales of organic red meat are on a high, boosted by a belief that it is healthier than conventionally produced meat, according to the Soil Association.
Live long & prosper: Med diet credited with lengthening life span: Study
jeudi 28 juillet 2016
Several food constituents that make up the Mediterranean diet have been strongly credited in extending life span, a 10-year follow-up study has shown.
'Healthy' dips are salt and fat traps: CASH survey
British public health charity, Consensus Action on Salt, has blasted so-called ‘healthy’ dips such as hummus as being salt and fat traps, as its survey reveals 74% of hummus dips have a red front of pack label for fat.
Less fat, more protein: Quinoa can replace fat in dry-cured sausage
Replacing fat in dry-cured sausages with boiled quinoa could be an effective way to reduce fat and boost protein content without affecting consumer liking, Spanish researchers have found.
Wild or farmed fish: will changing consumer attitudes be good news for aquaculture?
The question ‘farmed fish or wild fish?’ has leaned heavily towards the most natural option, but new studies suggest changing consumer sentiment could be good news for aquaculture.
Live long & prosper: Med diet credited with lengthening life span: Study
Several food constituents that make up the Mediterranean diet have been strongly credited in extending life span, a 10-year follow-up study has shown.
Less fat, more protein: Quinoa can replace fat in dry-cured sausage
Replacing fat in dry-cured sausages with boiled quinoa could be an effective way to reduce fat and boost protein content without affecting consumer liking, Spanish researchers have found.
Nutrition profiles of food with health claims only ‘marginally better,' study shows
Foods carrying health claims have only slightly better nutrition profiles than products without, according to an Oxford University study.
Wild or farmed fish: will changing consumer attitudes be good news for aquaculture?
The question ‘farmed fish or wild fish?’ has leaned heavily towards the most natural option, but new studies suggest changing consumer sentiment could be good news for aquaculture.
'Healthy' dips are salt and fat traps: CASH survey
British public health charity, Consensus Action on Salt, has blasted so-called ‘healthy’ dips such as hummus as being salt and fat traps, as its survey reveals 74% of hummus dips have a red front of pack label for fat.
Soy-based protein could boost hunger for elderly & anorexic patients: Study
mercredi 27 juillet 2016
A new soy-based protein could boost appetite for hunger-suppressed patients, researchers have suggested.
MEP questions whether Italy and Spain are illegally bleaching seafood
An MEP has questioned whether Spain and Italy’s use of hydrogen peroxide to process some seafood such as squid is in breach of EU law by bleaching the food to make it seem fresher.
Preparation key to cutting calories and adopting healthier eating habits: Study
Impulse food purchases almost always leads to an unhealthy selection when compared to meals ordered an hour or more in advance, a series of studies have determined.
Soy-based protein could boost hunger for elderly & anorexic patients: Study
A new soy-based protein could boost appetite for hunger-suppressed patients, researchers have suggested.
MEP questions whether Italy and Spain are illegally bleaching seafood
An MEP has questioned whether Spain and Italy’s use of hydrogen peroxide to process some seafood such as squid is in breach of EU law by bleaching the food to make it seem fresher.
Preparation key to cutting calories and adopting healthier eating habits: Study
Impulse food purchases almost always leads to an unhealthy selection when compared to meals ordered an hour or more in advance, a series of studies have determined.
Hard water can boost sweetness and cut costs: study
Using certain types of water could allow drinks manufacturers to cut back on sweeteners, according to a new study.
Consumers to test black ice cream 'that changes the color of your tongue'
Rossi Ice Cream is trialing a Black Vanilla Ice Cream that tastes like vanilla, but is black in color, and changes the color of your tongue, this weekend.
Veg good, meat bad: Dietary patterns determine pre-diabetes risk, study finds.
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables may lower the incidences of pre-diabetes whereas a meat-heavy regime may increase the risk of the condition’s onset, a study has determined.
A history of food, art, Instagram - and unintended consequences
Terms like ‘foodstagramming’ ‘digital grazing’ and ‘food porn’ may have entered our lexicon recently but the phenomenon is far from new, say researchers - but could the sheer saturation of picture perfect food today be sparking unintended consequences?
EFSA launches public consultation on GM allergy assessment
The European Food Safety Authority is calling for public comments on its draft guidance for the allergenicity assessment of genetically modified (GM) plants.
Spotlight on Poland's organic food market
What are the key drivers in the Polish organic market and which categories are the most popular? University of Lodz researchers have identified key motives and barriers.
Food allergies unlikely to run in the family, study suggests
The chances of a food allergy in the brother or sister of an affected child are only marginally higher than in the general population, a study has concluded.
Fashionable shoppers could foil healthy eating guidelines by inflating market prices
Healthy eating guidelines could fall flat as lower income shoppers are increasingly priced out of a market catering for prestige-seekers, a new study suggests.
Commission approves 3 GM soybeans for EU import
The European Commission authorised three GMOs to be sold for food and feed in Europe last week.
‘My biggest food safety challenge is effectively managing my environment’
To run a successful program, integrated, real-time data capture, reporting and action should be coupled to fast and comprehensive testing, according to Sample6.
Hard water can boost sweetness and cut costs: study
Using certain types of water could allow drinks manufacturers to cut back on sweeteners, according to a new study.
Can health pros be trusted with nutritional information?
mardi 26 juillet 2016
If you can't trust 'health professionals' to sift nutrition data, who can you trust? argues EU food law critic Bert Schwitters after a recent ECJ ruling that potentially shifts the meaning of commercial and non-commercial nutritional communication.
A history of food, art, Instagram - and unintended consequences
Terms like ‘foodstagramming’ ‘digital grazing’ and ‘food porn’ may have entered our lexicon recently but the phenomenon is far from new, say researchers - but could the sheer saturation of picture perfect food today be sparking unintended consequences?
Veg good, meat bad: Dietary patterns determine pre-diabetes risk, study finds.
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables may lower the incidences of pre-diabetes whereas a meat-heavy regime may increase the risk of the condition’s onset, a study has determined.
EFSA launches public consultation on GM allergy assessment
The European Food Safety Authority is calling for public comments on its draft guidance for the allergenicity assessment of genetically modified (GM) plants.
IFT 2016 part two: Ingredients and trends to watch
In part two of our IFT 2016 highlights gallery, we explore trends from the showfloor and the education sessions, spanning sprouted grains, stevia blends and natural antioxidants, colors and flavors, to novel sources of protein.
Homemade baby food costs less, but often has more energy & fat than store bought alternatives
The common belief among new parents that homemade baby food is healthier than store bought options isn’t always true, according to new research published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood.
Spotlight on Poland's organic food market
lundi 25 juillet 2016
What are the key drivers in the Polish organic market and which categories are the most popular? University of Lodz researchers have identified key motives and barriers.
Food allergies unlikely to run in the family, study suggests
The chances of a food allergy in the brother or sister of an affected child are only marginally higher than in the general population, a study has concluded.
Fashionable shoppers could foil healthy eating guidelines by inflating market prices
Healthy eating guidelines could fall flat as lower income shoppers are increasingly priced out of a market catering for prestige-seekers, a new study suggests.
Commission approves 3 GM soybeans for EU import
The European Commission authorised three GMOs to be sold for food and feed in Europe last week.
pacproject scoops up on-the-go packaging trend with Carton Spoon
Packaging design agency pacproject has partnered with EcoTensil to launch its Carton Spoon in Europe.
Ireland – aiming to become a world leader in sustainability with Origin Green
In spite of low farmgate prices for milk, the Irish dairy industry – with its 18,000 dairy farmers – is seen as a world leader, thanks in part to its Origin Green program.
Food dye firm Fiorio Colori joins the AromataGroup family
vendredi 22 juillet 2016
AromataGroup has bought a majority stake in Fiorio Colori in a deal that represents the last of an acquisition spree by the flavour and aromatic extract specialists.
UK obesity strategy delayed until autumn
The UK’s childhood obesity strategy has been pushed back again. The news follows severe criticism of a draft leaked earlier this week.
Cargill suspends business with IOI following RSPO fallout
Cargill has suspended new business with IOI and called on the palm oil supplier to “take further action to resolve the charges that resulted in its RSPO suspension and address longstanding environmental and social grievances”.
IFT video vox pop: What do US businesses think of TTIP?
From the Wisconsin cheese manufacturer who must invent cheese names to market its 'Parmesan' cheese to the Ohio flour mill which believes consumer perception over its chlorinated flour may be the biggest trade barrier of all, FoodNavigator hit the floor at this year's IFT to ask US businesses what the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) could mean to them.
Food dye firm Fiorio Colori joins the AromataGroup family
AromataGroup has bought a majority stake in Fiorio Colori in a deal that represents the last of an acquisition spree by the flavour and aromatic extract specialists.
UK obesity strategy delayed until autumn
The UK’s childhood obesity strategy has been pushed back again. The news follows severe criticism of a draft leaked earlier this week.
IFT video vox pop: What do US businesses think of TTIP?
From the Wisconsin cheese manufacturer who must invent cheese names to market its 'Parmesan' cheese to the Ohio flour mill which believes consumer perception over its chlorinated flour may be the biggest trade barrier of all, FoodNavigator hit the floor at this year's IFT to ask US businesses what the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) could mean to them.
Waste from ice cream plant used to power UK homes
The world’s third largest ice cream manufacturer, R&R Ice Cream, is turning ice cream by-product into biogas for the National Grid in the UK.
Cargill suspends business with IOI following RSPO fallout
Cargill has suspended new business with IOI and called on the palm oil supplier to “take further action to resolve the charges that resulted in its RSPO suspension and address longstanding environmental and social grievances”.
Lindt continues to grow but warns of ‘stagnating’ chocolate markets
Lindt has posted sales and profit growth its half-year results, but has highlighted weak consumer sentiment in some major chocolate markets.
No accounting for taste? Scientists get one step closer to rating food palatability
jeudi 21 juillet 2016
New insights into the science of taste and how changes in taste receptors determine the way we perceive food have been gathered in a study carried out by Japanese researchers.
Trendspotting at IFT: What we saw at the world's biggest food science expo
Plant proteins are trending - but are they better when blended with animal? Coffee flavour is hot, but only if it's cold brew, and coconut is promising a whole lot more than just water. FoodNavigator has rounded up some of the highlights from the world's biggest food science show.
No accounting for taste? Scientists get one step closer to rating food palatability
New insights into the science of taste and how changes in taste receptors determine the way we perceive food have been gathered in a study carried out by Japanese researchers.
Trendspotting at IFT: What we saw at the world's biggest food science expo
Plant proteins are trending - but are they better when blended with animal? Coffee flavour is hot, but only if it's cold brew, and coconut is promising a whole lot more than just water. FoodNavigator has rounded up some of the highlights from the world's biggest food science show.
Food brands not quite in tune with consumers’ demands around trust and ethics
KPMG and the Consumer Goods Forum recently polled 400 consumer goods retail and manufacturing executives from 27 countries. They’ve pulled the data for the 34% of respondents that were from the food and drink sector for FoodNavigator to analyse.
Top five factors when consumers buy ice cream
Using worldwide consumer surveys, GNT Group, the Dutch global provider of food coloring concentrates, has put together the top five factors consumers are interested in when it comes to buying ice cream.
Brexit Poll: Confectionery industry outlook negative after Brexit vote
The majority of ConfectioneryNews readers polled expect the UK’s exit from the European Union will hit sales volumes for their businesses and lead to price hikes for cocoa and sugar.
Mondelēz 'in talks' to acquire Cadbury biscuits license from Burton’s
Mondelēz International has allegedly approached UK’s Burton’s Biscuits for its license to produce Cadbury biscuits, according to reports.
Food brands not quite in tune with consumers’ demands around trust and ethics
KPMG and the Consumer Goods Forum recently polled 400 consumer goods retail and manufacturing executives from 27 countries. They’ve pulled the data for the 34% of respondents that were from the food and drink sector for FoodNavigator to analyse.
Lycored survey says consumers will pay more for natural colors
Consumers are willing to pay a premium of nearly 50% for food and drink formulated with natural ingredients, according to a new survey commissioned by Lycored.
The sugar-fat seesaw: Sugar focus undermines fat threat posed in obesity fight
mercredi 20 juillet 2016
Concentrating health advice only on sugar is likely to misinform consumers and downscale the urgent need to also reduce fat-derived calories, a paper has suggested.
Counterfeit stevia on the rise but spectroscopy could be the solution: Study
Handheld spectroscopy devices could be used for on-the-spot detection of counterfeit stevia, scientists have found.
The sugar-fat seesaw: Sugar focus undermines fat threat posed in obesity fight
Concentrating health advice only on sugar is likely to misinform consumers and downscale the urgent need to also reduce fat-derived calories, a paper has suggested.
Counterfeit stevia on the rise but spectroscopy could be the solution: Study
Handheld spectroscopy devices could be used for on-the-spot detection of counterfeit stevia, scientists have found.
Kellogg rapped for Special K health claims
Kellogg has been ordered to amend or pull a website and TV ad for Special K after the ads were found to breach standards on health claims.
Lycored survey says consumers will pay more for natural colors
Consumers are willing to pay a premium of nearly 50% for food and drink formulated with natural ingredients, according to a new survey commissioned by Lycored.
UK retailer files carb:protein ratio health claim
UK retailer Marks and Spencer has filed a health claim for a particular carbohydrate to protein ratio it says helps overweight individuals lose weight.
An excess of red meat might harm kidneys, study suggests
mardi 19 juillet 2016
The risk of developing chronic kidney conditions is strongly linked to high red meat consumption, a study has suggested.
An excess of red meat might harm kidneys, study suggests
The risk of developing chronic kidney conditions is strongly linked to high red meat consumption, a study has suggested.
Call for UK to bulk up childhood obesity strategy in wake of leaked plans
Action on Sugar is urging the UK government to revise its childhood obesity strategy, alleging that leaked draft documents show plans do not go far enough.
Coca-Cola turns to baobab in new low calorie soft drink brand
Coca-Cola has launched a soft drink which counts baobab extract among its ingredients: a beverage that could be rolled out globally in the future.
Call for UK to bulk up childhood obesity strategy in wake of leaked plans
Action on Sugar is urging the UK government to revise its childhood obesity strategy, alleging that leaked draft documents show plans do not go far enough.
Has the meal kit craze arrived in Europe?
Meal kits have taken the US by storm with sales skyrocketing in the past year – and with increasing numbers of young Europeans feeling uncertain of their cooking stills but wanting to get creative in the kitchen, Europe is set to be next, says Mintel.
Chia seed drinks tap into consumer movement ‘away from all things sugary’
Chia seed based drinks can disrupt the beverage market thanks to two key attributes: around 33% less sugar than fruit juice and an array of functional benefits, according to chia seed based drink brand wow.
Renewed call for bakers to end use of wheat sprayed with glyphosate
Campaigners are urging major UK bread manufacturers and supermarkets not to use flour from wheat sprayed with glyphosate immediately before harvest.
Has the meal kit craze arrived in Europe?
Meal kits have taken the US by storm with sales skyrocketing in the past year – and with increasing numbers of young Europeans feeling uncertain of their cooking stills but wanting to get creative in the kitchen, Europe is set to be next, says Mintel.
What's happening at #IFT16 ?
lundi 18 juillet 2016
Top food firms and international experts in food science have come together in Chicago to showcase the latest science, technology and innovation in the industry. We bring you the best social media highlights from the show.
Eating whole insects preferred to bug-snack mixes: Study
Selling whole edible insects alone is preferable to mixing bugs with regular snack foods in a Western market, new research finds.
Calorie-restricted diet reduces onset of age-related diseases, study claims
Reducing the amount of calories eaten has been shown in healthy individuals to reduce inflammation – the precursor to many age-related diseases such as heart disease and dementia.
Calorie-restricted diet reduces onset of age-related diseases, study claims
Reducing the amount of calories eaten has been shown in healthy individuals to reduce inflammation – the precursor to many age-related diseases such as heart disease and dementia.
Système U signs agreement with SODIAAL to support French dairy sector
Système U and the French SODIAAL dairy cooperative have signed a partnership to provide what SODIAAL says is fair compensation for milk producers.
Studies look to enhance broccoli’s ability to ward off disease
Research that enhances compounds contained in broccoli may lead to a lower risk of coronary heart disease and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to two studies that reinforce the vegetable’s reputation as a superfood.
Tesco to make all its own-label chocolate Rainforest Alliance certified
Tesco – the UK’s largest supermarket chain – has pledged to use only cocoa from Rainforest Alliance sources in its private-label chocolate.
Eating whole insects preferred to bug-snack mixes: Study
Selling whole edible insects alone is preferable to mixing bugs with regular snack foods in a Western market, new research finds.
What's happening at #IFT16 ?
Top food firms and international experts in food science have come together in Chicago to showcase the latest science, technology and innovation in the industry. We bring you the best social media highlights from the show.
Policies limiting unhealthy food marketing to kids ‘falls short’ of global agreement
vendredi 15 juillet 2016
Safeguards to minimise children’s exposure to unhealthy food marketing have fallen short of a World Health Organization (WHO) resolution to ease the obesity burden, a study has concluded.
Big Brexit headache for small business
With the pound on its knees, frozen yoghurt lolly maker Claudi and Fin is staring a 13% price rise in the face next month. “In the short-term we expect to shoulder all of that,” said co-founder Meriel Kehoe.
Policies limiting unhealthy food marketing to kids ‘falls short’ of global agreement
Safeguards to minimise children’s exposure to unhealthy food marketing have fallen short of a World Health Organization (WHO) resolution to ease the obesity burden, a study has concluded.
Groups rally to defend UK dietary guide after attacks by 'interested industry'
Over twenty health, consumer and professional organisations have joined together in support of the UK’s Eatwell guide following attacks by “maverick commentators and interested industry with an axe to grind”.
Big Brexit headache for small business
With the pound on its knees, frozen yoghurt lolly maker Claudi and Fin is staring a 13% price rise in the face next month. “In the short-term we expect to shoulder all of that,” said co-founder Meriel Kehoe.
‘The world’s first beer brewed by artificial intelligence’
London-based company, IntelligentX Brewing Co, has created a premium beer that uses complex machine learning algorithms to improve future batches.
Groups rally to defend UK dietary guide after attacks by 'interested industry'
Over twenty health, consumer and professional organisations have joined together in support of the UK’s Eatwell guide following attacks by “maverick commentators and interested industry with an axe to grind”.
Healthy eating linked with reduced diabetes levels
Fresh research from years 1-4 of the UK National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS) rolling programme has investigated the association between anti-inflammatory and antioxidant dietary patterns in reducing the onset of diabetes and looked at carb-protein ratios.
Food fraud should be prosecuted under criminal law - FoodDrinkEurope
mercredi 13 juillet 2016
Food fraud compromising the safety of products and damaging public health should be prosecuted under criminal law, according to FoodDrinkEurope.
Seafood shoppers place sustainability above price or brand
When shopping for seafood, consumers are prepared to put sustainability before price and brand, according to a 16,000-strong survey commissioned by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).
Artificial sweeteners may cause cravings for the real thing: Study
Sugar alternatives may actually increase an individual’s appetite for real sugar by interfering with the way glucose is used in the body, a study has found.
TTIP could bring food safety regulations to a standstill: Report
The controversial trade deal between the EU and the US could give multinational companies increased power to challenge food laws that impact their bottom line, according to an analysis by the US-based Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP).
The meat companies making vegetarian food: Mainstreaming sustainable eating or dangerous double standards?
Increasing numbers of German meat producers are launching vegetarian products with the support of VEBU, the country's Vegetarian Society - but as Topas, Europe's 'vegan pioneer', quits VEBU in anger over its double standards, is industry walking an ethical fine line?
Lidl goes GM free with own label fresh milk
Discounter, Lidl, says it is leading the charge in the private label shift to GM free milk in Germany.
Artificial sweeteners may cause cravings for the real thing: Study
Sugar alternatives may actually increase an individual’s appetite for real sugar by interfering with the way glucose is used in the body, a study has found.
Algae calcium not permitted in organic soy drinks, says German court
A German state court has ruled an algae-sourced calcium has no place in an organic soy drink – the manufacturer has appealed the verdict.
Seafood shoppers place sustainability above price or brand
When shopping for seafood, consumers are prepared to put sustainability before price and brand, according to a 16,000-strong survey commissioned by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC).
TTIP could bring food safety regulations to a standstill: Report
The controversial trade deal between the EU and the US could give multinational companies increased power to challenge food laws that impact their bottom line, according to an analysis by the US-based Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP).
Food safety committee backs official controls plan
Draft plans to tighten up official controls for the food chain have been backed by MEPs in the food safety committee.
The meat companies making vegetarian food: Mainstreaming sustainable eating or dangerous double standards?
Increasing numbers of German meat producers are launching vegetarian products with the support of VEBU, the country's Vegetarian Society - but as Topas, Europe's 'vegan pioneer', quits VEBU in anger over its double standards, is industry walking an ethical fine line?
Eat eight fruit & vegetable portions to feel happier, study says
mardi 12 juillet 2016
Increasing fruit and vegetable intake to eight-a-day can make people happier, according to new research that challenges current European nutritional recommendations.
Put the sugar tax on hold after Brexit, says FDF
Industry group, the Food and Drink Federation, has called for the UK's sugar tax to be put on hold due to the economic fragility of the post-Brexit environment - but campaigners have slammed it as opportunistic.
Eat eight fruit & vegetable portions to feel happier, study says
Increasing fruit and vegetable intake to eight-a-day can make people happier, according to new research that challenges current European nutritional recommendations.
Put the sugar tax on hold after Brexit, says FDF
Industry group, the Food and Drink Federation, has called for the UK's sugar tax to be put on hold due to the economic fragility of the post-Brexit environment - but campaigners have slammed it as opportunistic.
What does Brexit mean for your business? It means one third may now relocate outside of the UK
The results are in: We asked FoodNavigator readers what Brexit means for them and their business. Nearly 300 responded - and almost one third said they are now considering relocating their business outside of the UK.
European outcry over ‘discriminatory’ Polish retail tax
A new Polish retail tax has angered European commerce heads who brand the decision “discriminatory” against foreign businesses.
Brexit may force EFSA to change its 'nationality balance' policy
In 2015 a total of 177 experts of UK nationality contributed to the work of the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), leaving some to question what an impending Brexit will mean for this talent pool.
What does Brexit mean for your business? It means one third may now relocate outside of the UK
The results are in: We asked FoodNavigator readers what Brexit means for them and their business. Nearly 300 responded - and almost one third said they are now considering relocating their business outside of the UK.
South Africa sets out sugar tax plans
South Africa’s National Treasury has published proposals for a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages, and is inviting comment on the plans.
European outcry over ‘discriminatory’ Polish retail tax
A new Polish retail tax has angered European commerce heads who brand the decision “discriminatory” against foreign businesses.
Fighting food insecurity: Collective narrative needed to drive change, says Food Foundation
lundi 11 juillet 2016
A new approach for food and nutrition security in the UK is needed in order to deliver access to healthy, affordable and sustainable diets for all, according to the Food Foundation.
Products in 'eco-look' packaging seen as better quality
Shoppers believe foods are better quality when the packaging looks eco-friendly, and could be willing to spend more as a result, researchers say.
Sensient launches yellow and orange colouring foods
Colour and flavour supplier Sensient has widened its colouring food range with yellow and orange, bringing the number of EU-compliant products in its colouring foods range to three digits.
Industry has a big appetite for big data but is wasting its time in other areas: Survey
Do food and drink executives understand what’s really important to consumers? Based on a survey carried out by KPMG and the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), not really.
Kids' 'healthy food' response and parents' influence overlooked in obesity prevention
A study by Cancer Research UK has found … wait for it … kids like sweets, crisps and fast food. The adverts for these products are also far too funny, addictive and tempting, so they should be banned before 9pm.
Fighting food insecurity: Collective narrative needed to drive change, says Food Foundation
A new approach for food and nutrition security in the UK is needed in order to deliver access to healthy, affordable and sustainable diets for all, according to the Food Foundation.
Portion control among ‘most cost effective’ ways to tackle obesity: Ferrero
Ferrero says it will play its part in helping curb obesity levels in Europe by offering small portions tailored to eating occasions, primarily breakfast.
Sensient launches yellow and orange colouring foods
Colour and flavour supplier Sensient has widened its colouring food range with yellow and orange, bringing the number of EU-compliant products in its colouring foods range to three digits.
Industry has a big appetite for big data but is wasting its time in other areas: Survey
Do food and drink executives understand what’s really important to consumers? Based on a survey carried out by KPMG and the Consumer Goods Forum (CGF), not really.
Brexit: What beverage companies think it will mean for their business
Brexit could help UK businesses realize there are opportunities outside of Europe – but it could also result in complications, uncertainty and slowed growth for the beverage sector.
Products in 'eco-look' packaging seen as better quality
Shoppers believe foods are better quality when the packaging looks eco-friendly, and could be willing to spend more as a result, researchers say.
‘Now is the time for brands to experiment with connected packaging in a structured way’
Gartner predicts the number of connected products in existence will increase from five billion to 21 billion by 2020, which means take up of the Internet of Things (IoT) will be rapid, according to Mindshare media agency.
Kids' 'healthy food' response and parents' influence overlooked in obesity prevention
A study by Cancer Research UK has found … wait for it … kids like sweets, crisps and fast food. The adverts for these products are also far too funny, addictive and tempting, so they should be banned before 9pm.
Subsidised food is cheaper but could make people unhealthier, according to study
vendredi 8 juillet 2016
Consumption of cheaper food made from subsidised ingredients has been linked to chronic cardiovascular risks in the US population, a study has shown.
Kid's 'healthy food' response and parent's influence overlooked in obesity prevention
A study by Cancer Research UK has found … wait for it … kids like sweets, crisps and fast food. The adverts for these products are also far too funny, addictive and tempting, so they should be banned before 9pm.
Undeclared nanoparticles in four French foods triggers call for crackdown
Authorities are being urged to crackdown on undeclared nanoparticles in foods after lab tests revealed their presence in four products sold in France.
Beneo sets out R&D priorities with €4.6m lab investment
German ingredients supplier Beneo and Belgian sugar producer Raffinerie Tirlemontoise have invested nearly €5m in research and development (R&D) at its Belgian laboratory facility.
Subsidised food is cheaper but could make people unhealthier, according to study
Consumption of cheaper food made from subsidised ingredients has been linked to chronic cardiovascular risks in the US population, a study has shown.
Kid's 'healthy food' response and parent's influence overlooked in obesity prevention
A study by Cancer Research UK has found … wait for it … kids like sweets, crisps and fast food. The adverts for these products are also far too funny, addictive and tempting, so they should be banned before 9pm.
Undeclared nanoparticles in four French foods triggers call for crackdown
Authorities are being urged to crackdown on undeclared nanoparticles in foods after lab tests revealed their presence in four products sold in France.
MEP caffeine vote 'disgraceful' victory of politics over science: Industry
Industry has lamented yesterday’s European Parliament plenary vote to block four caffeine claims, which otherwise seemed set to pass into EU law books after years of delay.
Frost & Sullivan: ‘More dairy companies will expand into the dairy alternative category to offset flat liquid milk sales’
More dairy companies will look to expand into the dairy alternative category to offset flat liquid milk sales and take advantage of the +15% compound annual growth rate witnessed by the plant based dairy alternative category, says Frost & Sullivan.
Beneo sets out R&D priorities with €4.6m lab investment
German ingredients supplier Beneo and Belgian sugar producer Raffinerie Tirlemontoise have invested nearly €5m in research and development (R&D) at its Belgian laboratory facility.
Good palm oil harvesting and processing keeps cancer contaminants to 'insignificant levels', says industry
jeudi 7 juillet 2016
Palm oil that is harvested at the right moment, pressed quickly and processed at appropriate temperatures contains insignificant levels of contaminants - if any, says the Italian Union for Sustainable Palm Oil. "This should be the standard for quality products," it says.
A healthy change: Sweden allows food firms to use dietary advice on labels
Food companies may now add national dietary guidelines to their products packaging and marketing material in order to help boost healthy eating, Livsmedelverket, Sweden’s National Food Agency (NFA), has decided.
Hydrosol ups stabiliser output with German facility expansion
Stabiliser specialist Hydrosol is set to increase its production with plans to open a second factory in Germany to meet growing demand.
Junk food ads are screen-lickin' good, say kids; Ban them, says NGO
Adverts for unhealthy foods like sweets and fast foods are so tempting to children that they should be banned before 9pm, says charity Cancer Research UK.
Phantom fullness: It’s not the calories that count, it’s consistency
A thick, low-calorie milkshake will leave you feeling fuller than one that is high in calories but thin – a finding that could have the potential to help people lower their energy intake, according to new research.
Lower risk of death linked to higher unsaturated fat intake: Study
Consuming higher amounts of unsaturated fats may lower the risk of death, according to a Harvard study.
Could Omega-6 rich oils lessen trans fat health issues?
The type of unsaturated fat used alongside trans-fats in food could play a role in modifying negative effects, a new study suggests.
France will trial mandatory country of origin labelling for two years
France will be trialling mandatory country of origin labelling for meat and dairy in prepared foods for two years, a move which has split industry.
MEPs block 4 caffeine claims
Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have voted to veto four caffeine health claims following a lively debate on energy drinks in a Strasbourg plenary today.
A healthy change: Sweden allows food firms to use dietary advice on labels
Food companies may now add national dietary guidelines to their products packaging and marketing material in order to help boost healthy eating, Livsmedelverket, Sweden’s National Food Agency (NFA), has decided.
Hydrosol ups stabiliser output with German facility expansion
Stabiliser specialist Hydrosol is set to increase its production with plans to open a second factory in Germany to meet growing demand.
Good palm oil harvesting and processing keeps cancer contaminants to 'insignificant levels', says industry
Palm oil that is harvested at the right moment, pressed quickly and processed at appropriate temperatures contains insignificant levels of contaminants - if any, says the Italian Union for Sustainable Palm Oil. "This should be the standard for quality products," it says.
Junk food ads are screen-lickin' good, say kids; Ban them, says NGO
Adverts for unhealthy foods like sweets and fast foods are so tempting to children that they should be banned before 9pm, says charity Cancer Research UK.
Danone $12.5bn WhiteWave acquisition ‘comes as no surprise’ say industry specialists
Danone has entered into an agreement to acquire The WhiteWave Foods Company (WhiteWave) for approximately $12.5bn, with the transaction expected to close at the end of the year.
Barry Callebaut sales up despite ‘sluggish’ chocolate market
Barry Callebaut has grown revenues and sales volumes despite declines in the overall global chocolate confectionery market.
FDF launches six-step manifesto to ease Brexit
mercredi 6 juillet 2016
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has launched a six-step manifesto to help Britain’s biggest manufacturing sector cope with Brexit – the “UK’s most significant peacetime challenge ever”, according to its director general Ian Wright.
Lower risk of death linked to higher unsaturated fat intake: Study
Consuming higher amounts of unsaturated fats may lower the risk of death, according to a Harvard study.
Could Omega-6 rich oils lessen trans fat health issues?
The type of unsaturated fat used alongside trans-fats in food could play a role in modifying negative effects, a new study suggests.
Caffeine claim calamity should give nutrient profiles wings
The European Commission has started the first phase of its investigation into the need for nutrient profiles, with a report expected in spring 2017. Yet with the caffeine claim fiasco ongoing, it’s never been clearer how necessary the profiles are.
France will trial mandatory country of origin labelling for two years
France will be trialling mandatory country of origin labelling for meat and dairy in prepared foods for two years, a move which has split industry.
Phantom fullness: It’s not the calories that count, it’s consistency
A thick, low-calorie milkshake will leave you feeling fuller than one that is high in calories but thin – a finding that could have the potential to help people lower their energy intake, according to new research.
Protein-rich foods to be developed in Dutch collaboration
Three Dutch food firms have joined forces with a research company to create a consortium focused on developing protein-rich foods.
IPOP disbands: A step backwards for sustainable palm oil in Indonesia?
mardi 5 juillet 2016
After less than two years in existence, the Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge has disbanded to the dismay of environmentalists who say its member companies were bullied by the Indonesian government into adopting weaker standards.
EFSA could recommend values for added sugar following Nordic request
Announced last week, details of the five Nordic countries’ request that the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) looks at recommending reference values for added sugar in food and drink have been published online.
Eating pasta could make you slimmer, claim Italian scientists
When eaten as part of a Mediterranean diet full of vegetables and olive oil, pasta is associated with a small decrease in Body Mass Index (BMI) and waistline size, Italian researchers have found.
NGOs call for soy, palm oil and beef deforestation laws
NGOs have urged the EU to expand regulations that curb deforestation beyond timber to encompass commodities like soy, palm oil and beef.
Butter may not be as bad for the heart as previously thought: Review
Eating butter has no effect on raising cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk and may even have protective effects against diabetes, according to a review.
Nestlé renews successful salt reduction collaboration with Chromocell
Nestlé has renewed its collaboration with US-based life sciences firm Chromocell to cut salt levels in its global portfolio, after investing nearly €12 million in 2012.
Danish research links meat intake to cancer
Meat could have cancer links though whole grains, fruit and veg could lessen the risk, Danish researchers say.
Do NGO scorecards that 'name and fame' or 'name and shame' actually work?
WWF's Soy Scorecard or Oxfam's Behind the Brands are high profile - but do such reports really trigger a race to the top or are they too simplistic to be of any use?
IPOP disbands: A step backwards for sustainable palm oil in Indonesia?
After less than two years in existence, the Indonesian Palm Oil Pledge has disbanded to the dismay of environmentalists who say its member companies were bullied by the Indonesian government into adopting weaker standards.
EFSA could recommend values for added sugar following Nordic request
Announced last week, details of the five Nordic countries’ request that the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) looks at recommending reference values for added sugar in food and drink have been published online.
Eating pasta could make you slimmer, claim Italian scientists
When eaten as part of a Mediterranean diet full of vegetables and olive oil, pasta is associated with a small decrease in Body Mass Index (BMI) and waistline size, Italian researchers have found.
Chr. Hansen posts more ‘modest’ results for EU human health
Danish probiotic supplier Chr. Hansen has reported more modest growth within EU human health and nutrition, saying its success and failure hinges on that of probiotic launches on shelf.
A dummies' guide to Brexit
Confused about all this talk about Brexit in that far-away rainy country of crumpets and Beatles? Not quite sure who Nigel Farage is? (Lucky you.) Well we’re here to guide you through it. Disclaimer: I am British and voted Remain.
NGOs call for soy, palm oil and beef deforestation laws
The EU needs to explore new regulations that will ensure commodities like soy, palm oil and beef come from deforestation-free supply chains.
Danish research links meat intake to cancer
lundi 4 juillet 2016
Meat could have cancer links though whole grains, fruit and veg could lessen the risk, Danish researchers say.
Do NGO scorecards that 'name and fame' or 'name and shame' actually work?
WWF's Soy Scorecard or Oxfam's Behind the Brands are high profile - but do such reports really trigger a race to the top or are they too simplistic to be of any use?
Butter may not be as bad for the heart as previously thought: Review
Eating butter has no effect on raising cardiovascular disease risk and may even have protective effects against diabetes, according to a review.
Attracting food industry talent ‘never more urgent’
Food and drink manufacturers have never faced “a more urgent challenge” to attract talent, according to the Food and Drink Federation (FDF), as it launched a new report designed to help plug the industry skills gap.
Commission asks: Can the EU go on without nutrient profiles?
The European Commission has started the first phase of its investigation into the need for nutrient profiles, which it hopes will settle the issue once and for all.
Nestlé renews successful salt reduction collaboration with Chromocell
Nestlé has renewed its collaboration with US-based life sciences firm Chromocell to cut salt levels in its global portfolio, after investing nearly €12 million in 2012.
UK dairy recovering after ‘dreadful’ two years: minister
vendredi 1 juillet 2016
The UK dairy industry may be turning a corner after a “dreadful” couple of years – but Brexit has created nervousness about the future of the market – the food and farming minister has claimed.
EU urged to recognise authenticity progress by food operators
Recommendations on how the public and private sector can promote integrity and authenticity in the food chain have been made at a conference.
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