The priorities of the sports nutrition sector for the new mandate of the European Commission to ensure a healthier and fitter future for European citizens have been unveiled by the
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The Irish Government has announced Enterprise Ireland funding of €7.2 million, over five years, for Food for Health Ireland, a Technology Centre based in University College Dublin (UCD) that aims

Nestlé has announced that it will use Nutri-Score nutrition labeling in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany and Switzerland, starting in the first half of 2020. The company will implement Nutri-Score across

Arla Foods Ingredients has launched two maternal supplementation concepts to support children’s cognitive development during pregnancy and lactation.[i] The Smart Mama drink and Smart Mama bar prototypes contain the ingredient

A recent consumer survey, commissioned by the market research company FMCG Gurus on behalf of BENEO, reveals that health is now considered so important that almost every second respondent in

Obesity “represents the greatest single threat to the health and wellbeing of children in Ireland today and drastic action is needed to protect them.” This is the main message of

From February 2020 onwards, new standards for infant and follow-on formulae will be in effect in the European Union (Commission Delegated Regulation 2016/127). They stipulate the obligatory addition of the

A large number of food products frequently sold on the EU market contain too much sugar, salt, fat, and not enough fibre. This is the result of a JRC study

Increased consumer interest in the stories behind their food and beverage products and their notable influence on purchasing decisions has resulted in companies increasingly paying attention to storytelling in branding

Umami is a flavour seeing more popularity across the globe, leaving many wondering “what exactly is umami?” To address this question, the Kerry Health & Nutrition Institute, which provides science-based

A workshop held recently at the University of Nottingham has revealed that ‘flexitarianism’ is a new and growing trend amongst British consumers. Delegates at an event that discussed plant-based diets

The traditional pattern of breakfast, lunch and dinner may hold the key to boosting digestive health markets, according to Kerry Group, the makers of the leading probiotic, GanedenBC30®. A new

Gavin Cartland (pictured far right), Head of Commercial and Category of Biotiful Dairy, spoke about the rise of the gut health trend at the recent National Food and Drink Business

Nutrition that supports both physical and emotional wellbeing is thriving. It can target different generations with more specific holistic approaches to help identify opportunities and optimize innovation. New research from

Mondelēz International is continuing its strong track record of offering more portion control options for consumers by pledging to bring all its Cadbury chocolate and wider biscuit products typically bought

Glanbia, the global nutrition group, has reported a 19% rise in wholly owned revenue to €1.758 billion (up 12.0% at constant currency) with EBITA down 9.9% (-15.3% at constant currency)

A new report, Health on the Shelf published by RSPH (Royal Society For Public Health) and Slimming World, exposes the marketing tactics used to drive sales of unhealthy products and

Public Health England (PHE) has published an evidence review of commercially available baby foods and drinks aimed at children up to 36 months. The main findings of the report Foods

Research shows that loss of body fat causes the growth of the intestine and increases its capacity to absorb nutrients. This presents new approaches for weight management. Researchers at Teagasc

Finland is in an excellent position to enhance its protein self-sufficiency while building a sustainable, carbon-neutral food chain. A new report by VTT and VYR (the Finnish Cereal Committee) presents

Research shows that there is good awareness of milk fat globule membrane (MFGM), an important nutritional component of breast milk, among mothers and mothers-to-be.1 MFGM is found naturally in breast

Millions of children across the EU will receive milk, fruit and vegetables under the EU’s School Scheme in 2019/2020. This programme reached over 20 million children across the EU during

Danone has officially opened its new Nutricia Cuijk production facility in the Netherlands, marking the completion of a three-year journey

International dairy co-operative Royal FrieslandCampina is exploring options to build a sustainable and innovative dairy processing plant in the Netherlands.

Maternal nutrition is a hot new opportunity in emerging markets, according to the latest report from food and drink experts,

The demand to live a healthier lifestyle is increasing, yet 4 in 5 people across Northern Europe do not know

Children have already exceeded the maximum recommended sugar intake for an 18 year old by the time they reach their

Plant-based food and veganism, the free-from movement and booze-free beverages have been identified as the top three trends which impacted

In concurrent studies, Cleveland Clinic researchers have uncovered new mechanisms that demonstrate why and how regularly eating red meat can

Ireland’s climate means that the country is good at growing grass. It is well known that producing beef from grass

PepsiCo has announced it will trial interpretative colour-coded labelling for both beverages and foods in many EU markets, using the

Roquette, a global leader in plant-based ingredients for food, nutrition and health markets, has reconfirmed Barentz as the preferred distribution

From clean eating to revolutionary food tech, discover the global trends and innovations changing the way we eat at Food

The benefits of grass-fed dairy systems on the nutritional composition and properties of milk and dairy products were highlighted at

A DuPont Nutrition & Health consumer survey has identified the top health concerns of European seniors and found that active

Synergy Flavours, a leading global flavour expert, has revealed the findings of its recent research project that has highlighted new

Kerry Group has extended its partnership with Concern Worldwide through a 4-year project to improve food security and nutrition in

New research, commissioned by functional ingredients manufacturer BENEO, shows that consumers pay more attention to what is inside the products

The EU school fruit, vegetables and milk scheme has resumed with the school year in the participating countries. Aimed at

PepsiCo has announced the 10 entrepreneurs that will form the second class of its health and wellness incubator in Europe.

New figures from Public Health England (PHE) reveal England’s poorest areas are fast food hotspots, with 5 times more outlets

Laïta, the French and international dairy co-operative, has launched ESI Nutrition, which specialises in the development, industrialisation and manufacturing of

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM), one of the world’s largest agricultural processors and food ingredient suppliers, is acquiring Probiotics International

Between now and 2030 worldwide demand growth for milk and milk products will be three times the level of current

Danone Early Life Nutrition is launching a category refresh that spans its leading baby food brands, Cow & Gate and

Nestlé has announced its global ‘Nestlé for Healthier Kids’ initiative. The program includes the further development of healthier products and advice for

PepsiCo has announced the second year of its Nutrition Greenhouse incubator programme, an initiative designed to discover and nurture breakthrough brands in

NZMP, the global ingredients brand of Fonterra, has released new research showing the impact of NZMP SureStart™ MFGM Lipid100 (also

With consumer awareness of functional nutrition higher than ever, and science and technology driving exciting new innovations, the future for

NZMP, the global dairy ingredients brand of New Zealand dairy co-operative Fonterra, has released a list of the top five

The Brewers of Europe, which brings together national brewers’ associations from 29 European countries and provides a voice to support

Major steps to cut people’s excessive calorie intake have been unveiled by Public Health England (PHE), as part of the

By Nancy Gaul, Global Marketing Director at Tate & Lyle For consumers across the globe, reducing consumption of sugars and

DSM, the global health, nutrition and materials company, has published the first part of a new report in its Global