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Ultra-processed foods associated with adverse mental health
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalDo you love those sugary-sweet beverages, reconstituted meat products and packaged snacks? You may want to reconsider based on a new study that explored whether individuals who consume higher amounts of ultra-processed food have more adverse mental health symptoms.
Ultra-processed foods may be linked to increased risk of cancer
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalHigher consumption of ultra-processed foods may be linked to an increased risk of developing and dying from cancer, an Imperial College London-led observational study suggests.
Food colouring nanoparticles may affect human gut
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalMetal oxide nanoparticles – commonly used as food colouring and anti-caking agents in the commercial ingredients industry – may damage parts of the human intestine, according to new research by Cornell and Binghamton University scientists.
Comminution of nuts for sample analysis
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalIt is essential for all stakeholders involved in the food production process, that food products and ingredients meet regulated quality standards.
Scientists uncover the unexpected identity of mezcal worms
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalMezcal is a distilled alcohol made from the boiled and fermented sap of agave plants. Most mezcal beverages – including all brands of tequila – are sold as pure distillates, but a few have an added stowaway bottled inside: worms.
FSA consumer survey reveals cost of food is biggest driver to changing eating habits
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalThe latest wave of the Food Standards Agency’s (FSA) Food and You 2 survey, conducted between April and July 2022, shows that most people surveyed in England, Wales and Northern Ireland had made changes to their eating habits in the last year, with financial reasons being the biggest driver.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients unveils 5 key consumer trends for 2023
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalFrieslandCampina Ingredients recently released its third annual magazine detailing five key trends that will drive the evolution of food, drink and supplement industries in 2023. The magazine, titled ‘Shaping the future of Nutrition 2023’, offers expert insights into current consumer drivers to help brands identify new areas for innovation and new product development (NPD) in […]
Whole-grain food consumption impacted by consumer scepticism and lack of labelling standard
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalDespite numerous health benefits and recommendations from dietary guidelines, whole-grain food intake remains low globally. A research article featured in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, < https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2022.08.006 >, looks at consumer understanding of whole-grain food definitions and industry labelling practices.
Do people see insects as an alternative source of food for the future?
, /in Featured Articles /by panglobalSpanish researchers have conducted a survey of more than 1000 people to check if insect consumption could become an alternative and sustainable source of protein in the future. Food Engineering & Ingredients reports on the findings.
Insempra announces first fermentation-based functional ingredient for consumer goods
, /in E-News /by panglobalSupply agreement signed with Axxence Aromatic to market natural alpha-Ionone to food and beauty manufacturers globally Insempra, a biology-powered company enabling businesses to make superior products with nature, today announces that it has launched its first functional ingredient, a biotechnologically produced, 100% natural alpha-Ionone flavour and fragrance ingredient for food and beauty market applications.