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While many experts argue there is no evidence processed meat made without nitrites is safer, in recent years retailers have responded to consumer concerns [...]
The new yellow Good Health logo began appearing in Waitrose stores and online in September, introducing ingredient criteria alongside nutritional criteria. The logo was [...]
In recent years, scientists have observed a concerning rise in the number of people developing bowel cancer before they turn 50. In light of [...]
On 29 September, Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out plans for a National Care Service in England that would provide free personal care for [...]
The fibre-focused campaign was launched on Monday 28 September 2026 by two prominant nutrition organisations, with the aim to increase awareness around incorporating fibre [...]
The report says the vast majority of the UK’s essential foods, such as cereals, potatoes, sugar and oil, are grown in areas of England [...]
A new study published in Childhood Obesity found that nearly one in six young patients (16.8%) in the US were diagnosed with a nutritional [...]
Adults who followed a Mediterranean-style diet were found to be less likely to report acne in the new research conducted by King’s College London. [...]
Six of the 19 members of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) still hold financial ties to the food industry that the committee's [...]
Major UK food and drink manufacturers don't need a complete product overhaul to meaningfully improve nutritional value and environmental footprint – for some, reworking [...]
Black and green japonica rice may offer a nutritional edge over white rice, according to Hokkaido University researchers who found the pigmented varieties both [...]
Food-based dietary guidelines (FBDGs) may be failing to properly support health and nutrition professionals in promoting healthy, sustainable diets, according to a new global [...]
Low vitamin D levels could make recovery from breast cancer surgery more painful and increase the need for opioids, according to research published in [...]
A prospective cohort study has found that higher parental vitamin B12 before conception and higher maternal RBC folate concentrations after conception may be associated [...]
The BDA and 13 other health unions are asking Health Secretary Yvette Cooper to conclude government talks about fixing deep-seated problems with the NHS [...]
Guernsey's Education President Paul Montague says his committee is continuing work started by the previoius government to introduce hot meals to the island's primay [...]
While many experts argue there is no evidence processed meat made without nitrites is safer, in recent years retailers have responded to consumer concerns [...]
The new yellow Good Health logo began appearing in Waitrose stores and online in September, introducing ingredient criteria alongside nutritional criteria. The logo was [...]
In recent years, scientists have observed a concerning rise in the number of people developing bowel cancer before they turn 50. In light of [...]
On 29 September, Prime Minister Andy Burnham set out plans for a National Care Service in England that would provide free personal care for [...]
The fibre-focused campaign was launched on Monday 28 September 2026 by two prominant nutrition organisations, with the aim to increase awareness around incorporating fibre [...]
The report says the vast majority of the UK’s essential foods, such as cereals, potatoes, sugar and oil, are grown in areas of England [...]
A new study published in Childhood Obesity found that nearly one in six young patients (16.8%) in the US were diagnosed with a nutritional [...]
Adults who followed a Mediterranean-style diet were found to be less likely to report acne in the new research conducted by King’s College London. [...]
Six of the 19 members of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) still hold financial ties to the food industry that the committee's [...]
Major UK food and drink manufacturers don't need a complete product overhaul to meaningfully improve nutritional value and environmental footprint – for some, reworking [...]
Black and green japonica rice may offer a nutritional edge over white rice, according to Hokkaido University researchers who found the pigmented varieties both [...]
Food-based dietary guidelines (FBDGs) may be failing to properly support health and nutrition professionals in promoting healthy, sustainable diets, according to a new global [...]
Low vitamin D levels could make recovery from breast cancer surgery more painful and increase the need for opioids, according to research published in [...]
A prospective cohort study has found that higher parental vitamin B12 before conception and higher maternal RBC folate concentrations after conception may be associated [...]
The BDA and 13 other health unions are asking Health Secretary Yvette Cooper to conclude government talks about fixing deep-seated problems with the NHS [...]
Guernsey's Education President Paul Montague says his committee is continuing work started by the previoius government to introduce hot meals to the island's primay [...]
Brits have been advised to stock up on enough food and water to survive a few days without power or water. This comes as [...]
A two-year study found that structured exercise, diet, brain training and social support may significantly improve memory and thinking in older adults at risk [...]
From 1st September 2026, half a million children in England will be able to access a free hot meal at school for the first [...]
Starting in September 2026, eligible dietetics students can receive upfront support with the travel and accommodation costs associated with placements. This means students won’t [...]
Researchers have produced a form of Spirulina that contains biologically active vitamin B12 at levels comparable to beef by carefully controlling the light as [...]
