Export disruption shrinks Tyson Foods’ profits
Tyson Foods, the largest US meat processor, has cut its profit forecast for the year, citing issues in the beef market.
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India cannot ensure sesame seeds imported to EU are safe – FVO
Indian controls cannot ensure sesame seeds exported to the EU are safe, according to the Food and Veterinary Office (FVO).
Food taxes and subsidies: A balanced approach needed, says review
Fiscal policies can form a valuable part of efforts to drive changes in dietary behaviours, but such policies must be balanced against each other, say researchers.
Rumbling into the US: ‘Supershake’ maker Rumble looks to start small, grow big
Rumble, a company that produces an all-natural “supershake” drink, is launching its brand in the US after ramping up business across Canada.
Night snacking woes: Is food timing is key to weight loss?
There is a lack of top level evidence to support the notion that eating ‘little and often’ is beneficial for metabolism and weight loss, say researchers who warn that more robust clinical data that also accounts for meal timing is needed.
Energizing Zest Tea charts high-octane growth
Many a tea lover has settled for coffee or an energy drink when desperate for an energy fix. But Zest Tea hopes to change that with its high-caffeine brewed teas.
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Health benefits, convenient format drive sales of Matcha green tea
Matcha tea, known for its vibrant green hue, is hitting its stride in the U.S. where household penetration is currently low but sales are climbing double-digit year-over-year – representing significant consumer interest and growth potential, according to...
The Hacker’s Diet: Should we be looking at nutrition like a computer nerd?
The age of Silicon Valley and Digi-everything has seen the dawn of a new diet trend: ‘Biohacking’.
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Demand for natural colors increases as 80% of parents cite artificial color safety concerns, survey finds
While consumer demand for natural colors in the U.S. lags behind that in the U.K., it is nearing “a tipping point” as parents’ concerns increase about the potential impact on children’s health of artificial colors and more natural options become...
USDA warns of Salmonella linked to pigs
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued a food safety alert for Salmonella that may be associated with whole pigs used as pig roasts.