Vitamins
(Editorial) reasons to be cheerful
Now that another year is upon us, it’s always good to reflect on the last 12 months and hopefully look to the future with a degree of optimism.
Huel launches its first RTD “meal alternative”
UK-based Huel has announced the launch of its Huel Ready-to-drink, which it says is a nutritionally complete meal, pre-blended for convenience in two flavours – vanilla and berry.
Business news, Food safety, Ingredients, New products, Packaging, Sustainability
Salutivia joins forces with DSM
Food ingredient distributor Salutivia has been appointedas the UK distributor for DSM nutritional products within the food, nutrition and supplement markets for customers served through the DSM distributor supply chain.
Aduna launches new Superfood Energy Bars
Africa-inspired health food brand Aduna has revealed the launch of a new range of Superfood Energy Bars.
Consumers’ health concerns increase demand for bottled drinking water
After years of strong growth in the USA, bottled water sales surpassed carbonated soft drinks to become the largest beverage category by volume in 2016, and the numbers do not stay idle.
Dairy UK comments on Childhood Obesity Plan
Following the publication of recommendations from the Commons Health and Social Care Committee on the forthcoming Childhood Obesity Plan, Dairy UK has issued the following statement.
IDF supports World Milk Day
World Milk Day today (1 June) celebrates the benefits of milk and dairy products which are part of a sustainable and nutritious diet which contributes towards reducing hunger and alleviating poverty.
Chemical reaction
Dr Mark Wareing discusses the use of preservatives in soft drinks.
Food safety, Ingredients, Packaging, Processing, Sustainability
Karma Bites storms the snacks aisle
New healthy brand Karma Bites has launched a product range hoped to rival popular snacks such as protein balls and popcorn.
Clearspring unveils Organic Brown Rice Chips
Clearspring has announced its newest healthy product to join the snacks aisle: Organic Brown Rice Chips.
BNF explores whether oral nutraceuticals help skin beauty from within
A review of published research conducted by nutrition scientists at the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) reveals a very limited evidence base to support some of the ingredients used in popular orally consumed beauty supplements that promise ‘youthful’, ‘firm’ and ‘glowing’ skin.
The popularity of plant-based
After what felt like a very long January, February is finally upon us. While the likes of Dry January and Veganuary may have finished for some people, others will still be persevering with their more general New Year’s resolutions to live healthier, eat less junk and exercise more often.
AHDB stresses health benefits of red meat and dairy
According to research conducted by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), more beef, lamb and dairy products would be sold if a brighter spotlight was shone on their health benefits.
Britvic promotes “A Healthier Everyday”
Soft drinks company Britvic has announced the launch of its new sustainable business programme: “A Healthier Everyday.”