Soluble fibre gets double EU health claim
The health benefits of a soluble fibre claimed to promote oral health and glycaemic response have been approved by the EU.
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Brexit will drive review of hygiene regulations
A skills shortage and the impact of Brexit are the two main challenges facing the food industry, the newly appointed chairman of the Society of Food Hygiene & Technology (SOFHT) has claimed.
FSA slammed for meat-free tweet
Trade group the Association of Independent Meat Suppliers (AIMS) has slammed the Food Standards Agency (FSA) for supporting the meat-free week campaign in a recent tweet, which has now been removed.
Food safety culture plan backed by top firms
Leading names in UK food and drink manufacture have joined a new initiative, run by the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), to promote safety culture change in the sector.
Gelatine receives clean-label promotion push
Producers are being reminded of how clean-label products can benefit from gelatine.
Fewer promotions on less-healthy foods than healthy foods
Supermarkets place more promotions on less-healthy food and drink than on healthier products and should restore the balance, according to a new report from a consumer pressure group.
Sprite’s ‘brutally refreshing’ ad sparks sexism row
Sprite’s latest advertising campaign sparked claims of sexism on social media, after the brand used slogans including ‘She’s seen more ceilings than Michelangelo’, and ‘You’re not popular, you’re eas’”.
UK snack firm snapped up by Pioneer Food Group
It’s business as usual for UK snack maker Stream Foods, after it was snapped up by South African own-label cereal manufacturer Pioneer Food Group this week (August 1).