Ultra-processed food update: New research suggests diet quality mitigates higher mortality risk
13 May 2024 --- Higher consumption of most ultra-processed foods (UPFs) is linked to a “slightly higher” risk of death, according to a 30+-year US study. The researchers found the strongest association for ready-to-eat meat, poultry and... Read More
New large-scale study recommends nutritional support for smokers who fear weight gain if they quit
13 May 2024 --- Smokers tend to eat less and have a lower body weight and body mass index (BMI) than non-smokers, while many associate quitting with the fear of weight gain. A new study involving 83,000 UK adults highlights the need for nutritional... Read More
New microbiome research model aims to understand nutrition-related childhood growth
13 May 2024 --- Childhood undernutrition remains a significant global health challenge, contributing to nearly half of all deaths of children under the age of five, according to a recent study. To address this pressing issue, researchers at the... Read More
US-based Central Valley Meat eyes enhanced innovation with Cargill beef facility purchase
13 May 2024 --- Beef processor Central Valley Meat Holding Company has acquired Cargill’s beef processing facility in Fresno, California in a move expected to expand its operational capacity amid rising market demands while “reinforcing... Read More
US government allocates US$200M to tackle avian flu spread and keep beef and milk supplies safe
13 May 2024 --- The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has revealed a series of measures to tackle the ongoing impact of avian flu (H5N1) in US dairy cattle.... Read More
Nutrition Focus : Healthy Aging
Innova Market Insights data indicates a 7% average annual growth in healthy aging product launches from 2021 to 2023. North America attributed 46% to these food & beverage launches (including supplements) with healthy aging claims in 2023. Additionally, there is a 9% growth for launches tracked... More
Analysis Feature Skincare innovation
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TOP 5 SELECTED INGREDIENTS AS A PERCENTAGE (%) OF SKIN HEALTH SUPPLEMENT LAUNCHES (GLOBAL, 2023)