news
First confirmed death from alpha-gal meat allergy caused by tick bite
US researchers have confirmed the first fatality from alpha-gal meat allergy, triggered by a tick bite and delayed anaphylaxis.
List view / Grid view
The consumer
article
Silent Enemies: Author’s Note – What I Know Now
Silence doesn’t just hide danger; it allows it to grow. In this powerful Author’s Note and behind-the-scenes interview, Dr Darin Detwiler reveals how Silent Enemies came to life, why its message matters now more than ever, and the bold shifts the food industry must make to prevent the next avoidable…
news
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.
news
Defra’s slow response on illegal meat imports sparks UK biosecurity warning from MPs
MPs warn Defra’s slow action on illegal meat imports leaves Britain’s food and farming sectors exposed to major biosecurity and supply chain risks.
article
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 They set out why the review must be withdrawn and replaced with a comprehensive, scientifically robust assessment that reflects the full body of evidence.
news
US regulators recall nearly one million Costco prosecco bottles over shattering risk
Nearly one million bottles of Costco’s Kirkland Signature Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG are being recalled after reports of shattering.
news
IFF Dairy Trends Report 2026 highlights consumer shift to considered consumption
A new IFF report reveals key consumer dairy trends, showing rising demand for sustainable, nutrient-dense products as purchasing shifts toward purpose and wellbeing.
news
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.
news
Häagen-Dazs ice cream bars recall issued over undeclared wheat allergen error
Dreyer’s has recalled Häagen-Dazs mini ice cream bars after undeclared wheat was found, raising allergen safety concerns for consumers
news
Three tomato sauces recalled in US after botulism risk identified
Botulism concerns trigger a First and Last Bakery tomato sauce recall across the US, with shoppers urged to check and return affected jars.
news
Lidl recalls cashew nuts over suspected glass contamination
Lidl GB has recalled a batch of roasted cashews from shelves after warnings that the nuts may contain hazardous glass fragments.
news
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.
news
Starbucks sells majority stake in China business to Boyu Capital
Starbucks will sell a majority stake in its $13 billion China business to Boyu Capital under a landmark joint venture.
article
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.
article
Denmark shows the way: why the UK’s food strategy must prioritise plants
Reflecting on the UK’s opportunity to reinvigorate the health of its food industry, Jenny Canham shares the inspirational progress that Denmark has made in switching its focus to plant-based.
