Nestlé Research will be based in Lausanne, Switzerland and will employ approximately 800 peopleNestlé, the largest of any food company worldwide, recently announced that it will bring together its two scientific discovery units, the Nestlé Research Center and the Nestlé Institu...
This confirms Nestlé’s leadership in nutrition, health and wellness as well as our contribution to tackling the global challenges of obesity and undernutrition.Nestlé is ranked first in the 2018 Access to Nutrition Index (ATNI) released recently for its overall performance in its nutrition...
The document has been developed through a consultative process, involving national and sub-national level stakeholders.The Ministry of Planning Development and Reform with support from the World Food Programme (WFP) has recently launched the Pakistan Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Strategy 2018-25 (PMNS) ...
The plant-based burger patty that tastes - and bleeds - like beef has been touted a Silicon Valley disruptor that will change the multi-billion-dollar market for beef.Singapore- Hong Kong is the first city outside the United States to serve the Impossible Burger.
The plant-based burger patty that t...
Global new food and beverage product launches with an omega-3 for pregnancy or breastfeeding claim are growing at 34% annually, according to Innova.Israel based Anlit, Ltd., launches a delicious, high-DHA omega-3 supplement in a single fish-shaped chew to benefit women during pregnancy or ...
It is part of Maggi’s Simply Good initiative to inspire and offer tastier and more nutritious choices, and encourage more home-cooking among the younger generation.Nestlé has launched yet another exciting innovation to the market – Maggi Creations. It is Sri Lanka’s first ever n...
The company, which plans to set up an office in China soon, is looking to launch innovative and climate-friendly protein products, primarily plant-based and clean meat in the country.Toronto-based Dao Foods International is targeting China’s rising demand for meat and other protein food products w...
Chipotle, which sells a number of popular foods like tacos, burritos and salads, has tried to assure customers about the quality of its food after a string of food safety incidents first hamstrung sales in 2015.Chipotle Mexican Grill’s sluggish sales and struggling brand perception spell more down...
Following a healthy lifestyle is the first line of defense for preventing and treating type 2 diabetes. A new study conducted in the US has revealed that consumption of 100% fruit juice is not linked to increasing risk of developing type 2 diabetes. It also supports a growing body of evide...
John Foraker, formerly president of Annie’s, has joined the board of directors.Urban Remedy, a maker of plant-based ready-to-eat meals, snacks and beverages, announced the close of a $17 million series B fundraising round led by 301 INC, the business development and venturing arm of General Mills....
Many of the unhealthy snacks children consume regularly are high in sugar and also typically high in calories.Public Health England (PHE) has launched the first Change4Life campaign promoting healthier snacks to help parents take control of their children’s snacking habits.
Many of the unheal...
Studies point to a Mediterranean diet being as good for your brain as your body.Food can affect one of our biggest organs - the brain. While the link between food and diabetes, heart disease and obesity is well established, any association between mental health and diet is tentative by comparison. B...
Merete Bøgelund Munk is testing ways to make unsaturated fat oil droplets form networks without the presence of fat crystals - a crucial part of conventional ice cream structure.Ice cream is popular the world over - but the saturated fat it contains raises cholesterol, risking heart disease and str...
Nutrition society president defends corporate funding for researchThe president of the Nutrition Society of Malaysia (NSM) has defended the financial support scientists receive from large-scale food companies for activities like research.
Dr Tee E Siong was quoted as saying that the risk of obesity...
Kellogg’s has extended its Special K Nourish range of cereals with the release of Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with ProbioticsKellogg’s has extended its Special K Nourish range of cereals with the release of Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics.
According to Kellog...
NPC launches multi-sector nutrition planMulti-sector Nutrition Plan II (2018-2022) was launched amidst a programme organised by the National Planning Commission here. The five-year nutritional plan aims to reduce maternal and child under-nutrition in Nepal.
The plan also aims to reduce stunting in ...
Ajinomoto wants to develop products for retail and food service at home and abroad.Japan-based food and ingredients group Ajinomoto is to make more changes to its domestic business, with moves to consolidate the research and development within its home food products division.
Ajinomoto pl...
The HPB aims to increase the proportion of such noodles sold in Singapore from the current 2 per cent to 10 per cent by 2020. The Health Promotion Board (HPB) has set a target to make wholegrain noodles more widely available in Singapore.
The HPB aims to increase the proportion of su...
