In population studies, low levels of vitamin D in the body have been associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes Using significantly higher doses of vitamin D than recommended for five years did not affect the incidence of type 2 diabetes in elderly men and women, according to[Read More…]
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Use of AI should be declared on food and beverage labels, say consumers
In a survey commissioned by Ingredient Communications and conducted by SurveyGoo Most consumers believe that food and beverage manufacturers should declare if a product has been made with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI), new research shows. In a survey commissioned by Ingredient Communications and conducted by SurveyGoo, 83 per[Read More…]
FAO report offers guidance and data on integrating nutrition goals into food trade policies
The State of Agricultural Commodity Markets 2024 looks at global trade flows of nutrients and possible obesity drivers A new report from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) shows that international trade in food and agricultural products has thrived in recent decades and significantly contributes to[Read More…]
Consumer research reveals widespread demand for new naturally derived sugar alternatives
7 in 10 consumers that use non-caloric, naturally derived sweeteners report that they would be interested in new options, according to research commissioned by MycoTechnology Most American consumers are now aiming to reduce their sugar intake and continue to look for new, better-tasting, non-caloric alternatives. Recent consumer research commissioned by food and[Read More…]
Unhealthy dietary patterns drive $8 trillion in annual hidden costs of global agrifood systems
About 70 per cent of global hidden costs stem from health impacts linked to non-communicable diseases, particularly in more industrialised agrifood systems A refined study by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) involving 156 countries confirms that hidden costs within global agrifood systems amount to approximately[Read More…]
New Zealand report highlights risk to vegetable prices
The analysis includes an examination of the economic implications of proposed regional regulations A new report by the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research (NZIER) warns that fresh vegetable prices could rise significantly if the Government does not act quickly to establish a clear and workable regulatory framework for vegetable[Read More…]
Instacart and Foodsmart partnership drives clinical outcomes with diet-related chronic conditions
New findings reveal that comprehensive Foodcare – combining Instacart with Foodsmart telenutrition – nearly doubled member engagement, delivered clinically significant improvements in diabetes management, and increased the number of members achieving sustained 5% weight loss Instacart, the leading grocery technology company in North America, and Foodsmart, the nation’s largest telenutrition provider, released[Read More…]
Mintel announces global food and drink trends for 2025
The emergence of weight-loss medications like Ozempic will redefine consumer perceptions of ‘food as medicine’ from being an added functional ingredient Mintel, the experts in what consumers want and why, has announced four key trends that will shape the global food and drink industry in the years ahead. In 2025[Read More…]
LVMH owns all top most valuable wine and champagne brands
Moët & Chandon is the most valuable wine & champagne brand, valued at $1.4 billion LVMH owns all of the top four most valuable wine and champagne brands in 2024, according to a new report from Brand Finance, the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy. Moët & Chandon (brand value up 9 per cent[Read More…]
Global Food Policy Report urges transformative action for healthy diets
The report highlights a slowdown in progress on reducing undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies in low- and middle-income countries while observing a rapid rise in overweight and obesity rates The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) launched the 2024 Global Food Policy Report: Food Systems for Healthy Diets and Nutrition at a South[Read More…]
