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Gut-health: Why this consumer trend is here to stay

WebThe increase in awareness of the microbiome and the fundamental role it plays in the function of the human body is certainly responsible, in part, for the consumer trend towards specifically buying foods with probiotics included. The gut microbiome has been linked, not just to gut health, but with the health of the entire body.

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Consumers increasingly ‘making the link between gut health and …

WebAs the impact of COVID-19 continues to be felt across the globe, 64% of consumers say that they are now more conscious about their immune health, according to a FMCG Gurus Survey in July last year. Even consumers who previously deemed themselves to have a good immune system are now questioning their vulnerability to disease and …

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Gut health business is booming: What's next for this unstoppable …

WebThis move will likely start a trend for other food and drinks manufacturers to transform their existing products into new gut-friendly products for existing customers and in an effort to entice new customers. The link between the gut microbiome and overall health is being increasingly recognised by science and consumers, with Mintel’s GNPD

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‘White flour is the healthiest its been in 200 years’, scientists find

WebWhite flour and health. The stimulus for the study, according to Dr Lovegrove, was that the great increase in wheat yields brought about by the introduction of dwarf wheat varieties in the 1960s also led to a decline in zinc and iron concentrations. “What was less clear was the impact on other components of nutrition.

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Coffee a miracle beverage

WebCoffee is the second most popular drink in the world, behind water. It is thought the caffeinated beverage first entered Europe in the 14 th century; today it is widely consumed across the bloc.. In France, a whopping 94% of …

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Has the pandemic really reshaped consumer attitudes towards …

WebMost recently, SPAR International’s sales data suggested that COVID-19 has fast-tracked demand for foods that are seen as healthy and sustainable .. Danone meanwhile has said the link between the microbiome and other health benefits will play an important role in its future as it flagged immunity benefits, gut health and mental health …

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The ‘trendiest’ ingredients for health and wellness foods revealed

Web“Within foods and beverages even unexpected product categories can contain functional ingredients - ones such as coffee, ice cream, candy, juices,” she noted. This innovation drive will enable ‘trendy’ health and wellness ingredients to move out of the supplement space and into everyday foods, tipping to the mainstream.

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Nutrition and wellness in focus at Positive Nutrition 2023

WebAfter successfully launching as a digital broadcast event during the COVID-19 pandemic, FoodNavigator is preparing to host a face-to-face Positive Nutrition conference in London, offering the same high-quality content with deeper networking and engagement opportunities.. Between the 29-31 March, food businesses and nutrition …

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Could a plant-based diet prevent chronic diseases in women

WebA new study, conducted by researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at Tufts University, has found that women who consume higher amounts of plant-based proteins are less likely to develop chronic diseases and maintain better health into older age.

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Food misinformation and fake news

WebFood sustainability and securing the future of our global food systems are propelling organisations in the research community to highlight the latest insights on food in the context of the environment.

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Is a high-protein diet damaging to heart health

WebAre there health risks to eating too much protein? According to a study, carried out by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, high protein consumption could increase the risk of developing atherosclerosis by activating immune cells, which contribute to arterial plaque formation. Atherosclerosis is the build-up of fats

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'Healthwashing’ in snacks: ‘We need to protect and

WebAccording to projections from Euromonitor, global health and wellness snack sales are expected to top US$98bn by 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.4% predicted. “The demand for healthy snacks is unabating, ” healthy snacks innovator Erin Moroney observed. Moroney is the founder of protein bites brand Nibble Simply.

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The high cost of healthy eating: ‘We need to ensure the …

WebOne in five people in the UK are living in poverty. In response to the energy crisis, the government is lifting the cap on energy prices by 12% from today (1 October).

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Price gap between ‘healthy’ and ‘unhealthy’ foods is growing wider

WebBy 2012 this cost had changed to £7.49 for more healthy and £2.50 for less healthy foods. According to these findings, the price gap between healthy and unhealthy food extended by 28.6% during this time – from £3.88 in 2002 to £4.99 in 2012. Jones and his colleagues added that the finding that more healthy food is more expensive tallies

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Bioplastics just as toxic as other plastics, study finds

WebIt also has a commitment to make 100% of its packaging recyclable or reusable by 2025. But bioplastics are in fact just as toxic as other plastics, according to an article recently published in the journal Environment International . "Bio-based and biodegradable plastic are not any safer than other plastics," said the lead author of the …

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Plant-based: Why some consumers make the switch and others …

WebThe other foremost reason for consumers to switch to a plant-based diet is health . Plant-based proteins have been linked to a multitude of health benefits, including weight loss and the prevention of chronic diseases in women . Many plant-based ingredients such as nuts, seeds and pulses are naturally healthy, however some food manufacturers

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PepsiCo invests in UK free-from brand Rude Health

WebSnacks giant PepsiCo has acquired a minority stake in alt-milk and cereal company Rude Health. Rude Health is a healthy food and dairy-free drinks company best known for its breakfast cereals and alternative milk products. The business launched in 2005 by husband and wife team Nick and Camilla Barnard. Today its range covers granola, …

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Nestlé discloses nutritional value of global portfolio

WebLate last year, Nestlé announced plans to report yearly on the nutritional profile of its global portfolio, starting in its 2022 Annual Report. For the world’s largest food manufacturer, with a 2022 revenue of CHF94.4bn (€94.7bn) across 188 countries, this is no mean feat. But today (21 March) the results are in, making Nestlé the

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Ultra-processed food linked to mortality in largest UPF study to date

WebAccording to study findings, UPF consumption is linked to a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes. Findings from the world’s largest UPF study to date . With close to ten million participants (mostly adults) included in the study, it is considered the world’s

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