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US pet food regulations unravel the mysteries of product labelling

US pet food regulations unravel the mysteries of product labelling

4 Mar 2024

New regulations governing the labelling of pet foods were approved by AAFCO members last July, providing the first major update to pet food regulations in 40 years. The move was a response to pet owners asking for clarity on labels that left many confu...

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Macauba oil emerges as potential rainforest-friendly palm oil alternative

Macauba oil emerges as potential rainforest-friendly palm oil alternative

1 Mar 2024

Producers and researchers consider the rainforest-friendly credentials of Macauba palm oil and whether its sustainability credentials offer an opportunity to replace palm oil.

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Pesticide residues in conventional baby food: A boost for organic?

Pesticide residues in conventional baby food: A boost for organic?

29 Feb 2024

Nearly four in 10 (38%) of conventional US baby food products contain pesticide residues, according to research that also found that the organic samples were pesticide-free. Could this be an opportunity for organic or ‘pesticide-free’ produce?

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Superfoods promoting positive gut health in 2024

Superfoods promoting positive gut health in 2024

28 Feb 2024

Thanks to their role in achieving and maintaining a healthy gut and digestion, several ingredients with nutritional properties are being hailed as superfoods.

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Jelly Drops made of 95% water tackle dehydration among seniors

Jelly Drops made of 95% water tackle dehydration among seniors

27 Feb 2024

Specialised nutrition startup Jelly Drops makes small jelly drops that contain 95% water and added electrolytes and vitamins to combat dehydration among elderly people and those with dementia who often forget to drink– a common yet previously underserv...

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Unilever Ventures focuses on women’s health with Perelel investment

Unilever Ventures focuses on women’s health with Perelel investment

26 Feb 2024

Unilever Ventures has invested in US women’s health startup Perelel, which makes products for women’s reproductive health across different stages, such as supplements for the first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy.

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SEE launches first biobased compostable protein trays

SEE launches first biobased compostable protein trays

23 Feb 2024

Sustainable packaging solutions for perishable food products have proved to be a big challenge for food manufacturers, but US packaging provider SEE (formerly Sealed Air) has launched a composable protein packaging tray.

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EU Parliament supports loosening of regulations for NGT Plants

EU Parliament supports loosening of regulations for NGT Plants

22 Feb 2024

After voting in favour of the European Commission's proposal to ease restrictions for some plants produced by new genomic techniques (NGTs), the European Parliament is ready to start negotiations with EU member states on the final law.

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How Holland & Barrett has responded to the evolving retail landscape

How Holland & Barrett has responded to the evolving retail landscape

21 Feb 2024

Putting consumers first and anticipating changes to the retail landscape are critical factors in the success of Europe’s leading health and wellness retailer Holland & Barrett, says Alex Glover, nutrition development lead for R&D at Holland & Barrett.

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Reviving childhood favourites: Healthier twists on classic snacks

Reviving childhood favourites: Healthier twists on classic snacks

20 Feb 2024

Consumers are increasingly leaning on brands for comfort and familiarity - a trend US-based brand Justin’s is tapping into. With its recent launch of Chocolate Candy Pieces, Justin’s is drawing on nostalgic marketing trends, while incorporating better-...

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Science is critical to creating complete nutrition products, says Huel co-founder

Science is critical to creating complete nutrition products, says Huel co-founder

19 Feb 2024

Consumers need access to science-based facts in order to make informed nutritional choices, says James Collier, co-founder and nutritionist at meal replacement startup Huel – but communication can be tricky. “One challenge is that Covid-19 has sent a l...

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Singapore's Islamic council: Cultivated meat can be halal

Singapore's Islamic council: Cultivated meat can be halal

16 Feb 2024

The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) has said that cultivated meat consumption is permissible as halal under certain conditions, and where a more “rigorous” set of requirements are needed to ensure consumer assurance.

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