Globally, one in five pregnancies are affected by gestational diabetes, with these women having a ten-fold risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life Weight loss after gestational diabetes can prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. Yet finding the most effective way to lose weight and keep it[Read More…]
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Coca-Cola unveiling 100% plant-based sustainable packaging
The Coca‑Cola Company’s sustainable packaging journey crosses a major milestone this week with the unveiling of its first-ever beverage bottle made from 100% plant-based plastic The Coca‑Cola Company’s sustainable packaging journey crosses a major milestone this week with the unveiling of its first-ever beverage bottle made from 100% plant-based plastic, excluding[Read More…]
Leading snacking firm Mondelēz International will take approach to Net Zero Target
This new commitment builds on the company’s existing science-based targets set in 20201 developed to contribute to combatting climate change. Mondelēz International, announced it is committing to a 2050 target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its full value chain. As part of its commitment, Mondelēz International has signed[Read More…]
Australian researcher to protect taro’s unique nutritional value
Taro is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world, but tidal inundations caused by rising sea levels, increased cyclone activity and contaminated groundwater can cause toxic levels of salt to affect taro production The tropical root vegetable taro, known as the ‘food of the gods’ in the Pacific,[Read More…]
Kerry to support F & B companies globally to achieve their sustainability targets
Kerry is committed to not only working to reduce its impact on the environment but also to collaborating with its suppliers and food and beverage companies globally to help support them achieve their sustainability targets. Kerry accelerates sustainability targets in line with Paris Agreement Kerry, the world’s leading taste and [Read More…]
Australian researcher finds carbohydrate intake associated with heart benefit in women
a moderate carbohydrate intake between 41.0 per cent – 44.3 per cent of total energy intake was associated with the lowest risk of CVD compared to women who consumed less than 37 per cent energy as carbohydrates. Women’s heart health has been the focus of a recent study by Monash[Read More…]
Australia’s Researchers mapped gene associated with grain size of Sorghum
The project also delivered additional information and tools to help plant breeders improve sorghum cultivars Researchers at The University of Queensland are optimistic the value and versatility of one of the world’s top crops will be improved following the discovery of genes which could increase the grain size of sorghum.[Read More…]
China-based Angel Yeast develops new strain of yeast probiotic
Angel Yeast Co., Ltd a listed high-tech yeast company in China, announced its nutritional R&D team has developed a new strain of yeast probiotic, Saccharomyces boulardii Bld-3 (S. boulardii Bld-3), and an innovative production technology for the new product. Chinese firm Angel Yeast has announced that its nutritional R&D team has[Read More…]
Public health nutritionist from Australia Wins APEC Science Prize
Dr Jessica Bogard, a dietitian and public health nutritionist from Australia, took the victory with her research focusing on boosting the potential of underutilized local and indigenous food to reduce malnutrition, particularly among pregnant women and young children. An inspiring young scientist specializing in connecting agriculture and food systems with[Read More…]
Australia investigates therapeutic potential of native magic mushrooms
Scientists are working to identify medical benefits Australia’s first legal, living collection of native magic mushrooms is being studied by scientists in a Brisbane laboratory to help identify characteristics that might be useful for medical research into psychedelic treatments. University of Queensland (UQ) mycologist and evolutionary biologist Dr Alistair McTaggart said Australian magic[Read More…]
