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GLP-1 users want taste, texture and satiety, Tate & Lyle reports
New Tate & Lyle research reveals how GLP-1 users’ food preferences are shifting and where manufacturers can innovate to meet changing expectations.
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Why the FSA’s Partial Nitrite Review must be retracted
Professors Chris Elliott and Brian Green reveal how newly released Committee on Toxicity minutes expose fundamental flaws in the Food Standards Agency’s partial nitrites review. They set out why the review must be withdrawn and replaced with a comprehensive, scientifically robust assessment that reflects the full body of evidence.
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Consumer knowledge gaps on food sustainability reinforce need for environmental impact labelling
New study reveals widespread misconceptions about food sustainability, reinforcing the need for environmental impact labelling to guide more informed consumer choices.
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The spicy truth: uncovering cinnamon fraud in the EU market
When you dust a little cinnamon over your cappuccino, the last thing on your mind is fraud. However, scientists at the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) have uncovered cases of mislabelling that could lead to potential health risks, as Project Coordinator Anastasia Vlachou reveals.
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FSA responds to experts’ criticism over its review of nitrites in processed meat
The Food Standards Agency has defended its rapid review of nitrites in processed meat in response to today’s article from Professors Chris Elliott and Brian Green, saying the findings reflect the latest scientific evidence and were independently scrutinised.
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The FSA’s stance on nitrites in processed meat – a pale imitation of evidence-based policy making
Professors Chris Elliot and Brian Green question the FSA’s motivation behind its recent pseudo review into the safety of nitrates and nitrites, noting its patchy research and apparent lack of vigour in protecting the UK public.
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Home Bargains recalls three Milka chocolate bars after allergens not listed in English
Home Bargains has withdrawn three Milka bars from sale after labels failed to list key allergens in English, sparking safety warnings.
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Two US candy bars recalled days before Halloween over nut cross-contamination
Zingerman’s recalls peanut and cashew candy bars in Michigan and New York after cross-contamination raises risk of severe allergic reactions.
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Silkworm Pupae as a sustainable, nutritious and scalable alternative protein source for pet food
Loopworm’s co-founder Ankit Alok Bagaria shares why silkworm pupae are the solution the pet food industry has been looking for.
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GEA’s NiSoMate® becomes an essential compliance tool as EU waste directive comes into force
With the EU’s revised Waste Framework Directive now in effect, food and beverage manufacturers face new legal obligations to cut processing waste. GEA’s NiSoMate® delivers real-time, in-line quality control to help producers meet sustainability targets while reducing costly product losses.
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Morrisons recalls salad cream over undeclared egg and mustard
Morrisons has pulled Savers Salad Cream from shelves after undeclared egg and mustard were found, sparking nationwide recall.
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Brazilian team develops cork-based sensor to detect sodium nitrite in drinks
A team in Brazil has created a low-cost cork-based sensor that detects sodium nitrite in drinks, strengthening contaminant monitoring and food safety.
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Global innovation in meat alternatives slows as patent filings fall
New data shows global patent filings for plant-based and cultivated meat alternatives are falling, following years of rapid growth worldwide.
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Childhood food allergies significantly reduced in US since early peanut exposure guidelines
A major US study shows childhood food allergies have significantly declined since early peanut exposure guidelines were adopted in the past decade.
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Global nutrition market growth driven by changing consumer priorities
Global food supplements and nutrition market is shifting, says Tetra Pak, as consumers prioritise natural, emotional and convenient choices.
