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A sweet controversy: Sucralose, safety, and shifting consumer preferences

A sweet controversy: Sucralose, safety, and shifting consumer preferences

20 Nov 2023

Recent research has raised questions about sucralose, a widely-used artificial sugar-free sweetener that provides the same sweetness as traditional sugar, minus the calories. While it sounds like a win-win scenario for health-conscious consumers, conce...

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Exploring the path to replicating breast milk's magic in infant formula

Exploring the path to replicating breast milk's magic in infant formula

17 Nov 2023

While breast milk is often hailed as nature's gold standard for infant nutrition, it’s not always readily available. Enter infant formula enriched with human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), a game-changing product that seek to mirror the composition of b...

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Nestlé faces US lawsuit for allegedly false advertising pet food as ‘natural’

Nestlé faces US lawsuit for allegedly false advertising pet food as ‘natural’

16 Nov 2023

Legal action has been brought against Nestlé Purina Petcare in the US, after various products were allegedly falsely marketed as ‘natural’, despite containing multiple synthetic ingredients.

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Mega brands balance sustainability goals with ‘greenwashing’ accusations

Mega brands balance sustainability goals with ‘greenwashing’ accusations

15 Nov 2023

Global companies like Nestlé, Unilever, Coca-Cola and Danone all have significantly revised and improved their sustainability goals in the last decade – but how much is meaningful change and how much is greenwashing?

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FDA proposes US ban on brominated vegetable oil, an additive found in sodas

FDA proposes US ban on brominated vegetable oil, an additive found in sodas

14 Nov 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a ban on brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in food and drink products, following a similar ban by the state of California, after scientific studies in animals found that the ingredient may be harmful ...

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APAC pursues regulatory approval for cellular agriculture

APAC pursues regulatory approval for cellular agriculture

13 Nov 2023

Several Asia-Pacific nations sign an MOU and launch a new platform for cross-border collaboration to speed up regulatory review processes and approval.

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FUL Water uses spirulina for sustainable nutrition in functional drinks

FUL Water uses spirulina for sustainable nutrition in functional drinks

10 Nov 2023

Dutch functional water brand, FUL, uses spirulina as a sustainable and nutritious ingredient in its low-carbon FUL Water and is looking to expand into smoothies, juices, and snacks.

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‘Climatarian’ consumers centre sustainability in food choices

‘Climatarian’ consumers centre sustainability in food choices

9 Nov 2023

The climate is a growing concern for consumers when they choose what type of diet to follow and which food products they buy, according to recent data from packaging giant Tetra Pak.

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EU consumers seek plant-based products that resemble ‘the real thing’

EU consumers seek plant-based products that resemble ‘the real thing’

8 Nov 2023

Moral, environmental, and health considerations are driving demand for plant-based alternatives across Europe. Yet consumers want products that resemble conventional animal products where taste, appearance, and texture are concerned, Mintel data shows....

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One-third of US chocolate products contain unsafe levels of heavy metals, study shows

One-third of US chocolate products contain unsafe levels of heavy metals, study shows

7 Nov 2023

A study conducted by American non-for-profit consumer group Consumer Reports revealed that around one-third of chocolate products sold in the US contain amounts of heavy metals that exceed established limits.

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Manufacturers miss over-55s marketing opportunity

Manufacturers miss over-55s marketing opportunity

6 Nov 2023

Demand and disposable income meet in the over-55s demographic, yet only 1% of recent launches cater to these consumers, Mintel insights show.

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Consumer trust in plant-based products grows in Europe, survey reveals

Consumer trust in plant-based products grows in Europe, survey reveals

3 Nov 2023

Trust in plant-based proteins is on the rise as Europe’s flexitarian population grows, the results of a new survey show. However, not all countries are on board with the shift to plant-based.

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