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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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Ultra-processed foods as addictive as alcohol, studies suggest

Ultra-processed foods as addictive as alcohol, studies suggest

2 Nov 2023

Biscuits, crisps, ice cream, and many other ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may be as addictive as cigarettes and alcohol, research shows.

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‘Food is medicine’ approach can save lives and cut healthcare costs

‘Food is medicine’ approach can save lives and cut healthcare costs

1 Nov 2023

Targeted food and nutrition strategies, such as medically tailored meals and discounts or free produce such as fruits and vegetables, should be an integral part of healthcare at a national level, say experts.

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Sugary drink intake on the rise in Sub-Saharan Africa

Sugary drink intake on the rise in Sub-Saharan Africa

31 Oct 2023

Sub-Saharan Africa has seen the biggest increase globally in consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda and energy drinks since 1990, according to a study.

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Could allergen near misses enter food safety procedures?

Could allergen near misses enter food safety procedures?

30 Oct 2023

A new report calls for better food allergy near-miss procedures after finding a lack of reporting consistency and food industry support.

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Pink Albatross on getting the right formulation for clean label ice cream

Pink Albatross on getting the right formulation for clean label ice cream

27 Oct 2023

Plant-based ice cream brand Pink Albatross has made its clean label ingredient list a focal point of its branding and packaging. “We only use ingredients we can draw…. And it's quite difficult to draw methylcellulose or mono and di-glycerides of fatty ...

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