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NUTRITION & HEALTH NEWS
US$177.7M London universal free school food program extended for another year
10 Jan 2024 --- The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, will extend the funding of a universal free school meals policy for state primary school children in the upcoming academic year (2024/2025), starting in September this year. This... Read More
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GEM approach to diabetes management secures $3.5M funds from NIH
04 Sep 2023 --- A new approach to managing Type 2 diabetes, the glycemic excursion minimization (GEM) approach, saw 70% of patients who participated in a trial go into remission. In addition, GEM secured a grant of US$3.5 million... Read More
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WFP reports 41% of children globally have access to nutritious school meals
22 Mar 2023 --- Global crisis levels of hunger affects 345 million people, 153 million of whom are children, according to the United Nations (UN) World Food Programme (WFP) recently released State of School-Feeding Worldwide... Read More
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23 Dec 2022 --- NutritionInsight looks back at the biggest industry developments of the year. From the US infant formula shortage to rising inflation, it was a year filled with upheaval and opportunity.... Read More
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UK gov hits back against criticism on controversial food report
15 Jun 2022 --- After a backlash against the UK government’s long awaited food strategy, the department for environment food and rural affairs has hit back over assertions it is not helping out enough children with free... Read More
Antioxidant-rich watercress holds potential for sports nutrition NPD
03 Feb 2020 --- At Food Matters Live 2019 in London, UK, The Watercress Company was highlighting the nutritious nature of watercress. Key to its health halo is the high level of antioxidants – which can prevent cell damage – and iron. This means it has strong potential for the sports nutrition space, say Managing Director Tom Amery and Dr. Lucy Williamson. Real foods are increasingly gaining traction in the sports nutrition space, as consumers lose interest in processed gels and supplements, they add. Watercress could be used to boost sports drinks and further NPD.
Clinical trials back cognition supplement efficacy
30 Jan 2020 --- Nexira’s cognitive health supplement Cognivia has been on the market for a few years. Now, new clinical trials demonstrate how it is efficient one hour after intake and will last six to eight hours. The trials will be released in the next few months, Stefan-Emil Sitaru, Sales Manager Health Division at Nexira, details at Food Matters Live 2019 in London, UK.
19 essential oils in powder form
13 Jan 2020 --- Robertet showcased its 19 essential oils in powder form, which use a specific and patented process, at Food Matters Live, in London, UK. The delivery form helps to protect the flavor and active profile of the oils, explains Thomas Ughetto, Sales and Marketing Director. Robertet does this by using inulin soluble fiber as a carrier. The powders can also be used in functional foods, such as bars and shakes. Health benefits that the oils have EFSA approval for spans from joint health to skin health and immunity.
UK’s first antioxidant coffee drink
18 Dec 2018 --- In the UK, 1 in 3 people are affected by poor liver health which has now become a pressing societal concern. In response to this, Asanka De Silva, Founder and CEO of Liver Health UK launched “the UK’s first antioxidant coffee drink,” LivOn!, as he says that coffee is the only ingredient with clinical evidence to improve liver health. Speaking to NutritionInsight at Food Matters Live in London, he said: “We set out to offer the benefit of two cups of coffee in one bottle which contains a very high level of antioxidants that are essential for health.”
Lowering blood sugar levels using chicory root fibers – Beneo
05 Dec 2017 --- Beneo ensures a consistently-high quality supply of naturally-sourced, functional ingredients derived from the chicory root fiber. Applicable to a vast array of applications and showcasing benefits such as sugar-reduction, chicory root fiber is highly digestible and energy sustaining. FoodIngredientsFirst caught up with Antje Jungclaus at Food Matters Live 2017.
The Editor Presents: The Snacking Edition
16 Sep 2022 --- Join The World of Food Ingredients’ deputy editor Inga de Jong for a presentation of the main themes featured in this snack-focused edition. Healthy, mindful and sustainable snacking trends are prioritized in this edition. The gluten-free claim is powering the movement toward healthy snacking. Regulatory matters around supplements in Latin America and the EU make for interesting reads while botanicals and antioxidants drive NPD in the wellness category.
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