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Non-profit calls on Trump administration to support sugar reduction
21 Aug 2025
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is calling on the US government to create policies that focus on less sugar, not different sugar.
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PepsiCo’s prebiotic pivot: Innovative move, or identity crisis?
6 Aug 2025
After acquiring Poppi in May, PepsiCo is betting on its own legacy brand and launching Pepsi prebiotic cola. But not everyone is leaning in, with some raising questions about authenticity.
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Analysis: Can the UK’s new healthy food rules work?
31 Jul 2025
Industry insiders are hailing the UK’s new healthy food rules as “the next big moment” in food policy. But how will they work in practice – and will they have any impact on the worst offenders?
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Findings strengthen evidence for link between processed foods and chronic disease
29 Jul 2025
A US study has provided further evidence for the relationship between consumption of UPFs – in particular, processed meat – and chronic disease risk.
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What does the UK’s healthy food standard mean for manufacturers and supermarkets?
25 Jul 2025
The UK Government has introduced a “healthy food standard” for large food businesses. What will the impact be for industry?
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Punishment Juice: M&S criticised over ‘irresponsible’ marketing
24 Jul 2025
Marks & Spencer has attracted criticism for its marketing of a vegetable and spirulina cold-pressed drink as Punishment Juice, with commentators labelling it “irresponsible” and “harmful”.
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The dye is cast: Major US food brands commit to phasing out synthetic colours
21 Jul 2025
Major confectionery companies have pledged to eliminate petroleum-based colours by 2027. Yet with 19% of packaged foods containing synthetic dye, will industry leaders follow through on their commitments?
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Fast food goes premium
15 Jul 2025
As consumers seek convenience, quality, and familiar fast-food favourites with a premium twist, producers can tap into this trend with novel at-home product creations.
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PepsiCo feels the heat as drinks giant cools its climate targets
3 Jul 2025
PepsiCo has become the latest global food and beverage manufacturer to attract criticism for changing a number of its environmental goals.
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Coca-Cola accused of ‘sportswashing’ amid FIFA sponsorship storm
30 Jun 2025
Doctors and health campaigners are calling for football's governing body, FIFA, to drop Coca-Cola as a 2025 Club World Cup sponsor, accusing the multinational of “sportswashing”.
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World Food Safety Day shines a spotlight on science
19 Jun 2025
On 7 June, the World Health Organization (WHO) held its annual World Food Safety Day, highlighting the role scientific research and innovation play in supporting consumers’ health.
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Compostable packaging claims rubbished by regulator
9 Jun 2025
Compostable coffee capsule ads from brands including Dualit and Lavazza Coffee have been banned after the UK’s advertising watchdog deemed them to be "misleading".
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