Mediterranean diet linked with decreased risk of dementia
Eating a traditional Mediterranean-type diet – rich in foods such as seafood, fruit, and nuts – may help reduce the risk of dementia by almost a quarter, a new study has revealed.
Archives for March 14, 2023
‘The race is on’: Is Japan’s commitment to cultivated meat another sign Europe is lagging?
As another country, Japan, announces plans to develop a market for cellular foods, we ask stakeholders how Europe can remain competitive in the global race to develop cultivated meat.
‘We want to sell vegetables that people love to eat, and farmers like to grow’: Seed grower Harmoniz on the importance of innovation during every stage of the supply chain
New company Harmoniz – created by the merger between TomatoTech and Nirit Seeds – explains how it is seeking to leverage molecular biology and breeding technologies to create tomatoes of uncompromised quality.
Nestlé opts for fava and oat blend in new alt dairy drink
The company’s latest milk alternative combines two plant-based products to deliver higher nutrient levels.
Natural Products Expo West
Will hemp seeds sprout into the next big super seed?
Nutrient dense and versitile hemp seeds might be the next ingredient to shake up the super seed space, long-dominated by chia and flax, according to a panel of experts and trendspotters at Natural Products Expo West last week.
Natural Products Expo West
Nestlé cultivates new innovation pathways to better meet consumer, retailer needs
How Nestlé uncovers unmet consumer needs and develops foods and beverages are almost as innovative and diverse as the successful new products it has launched and patents it has filed since the pandemic began.
To snack or not to snack to get a good night’s slumber?
Sleep Foundation research reveals 93% of US adults have an after-dinner snack at least once a week. Obviously aimed at finding ways to improve sleep quality, the Foundation’s latest survey results also offers a wealth of opportunities for functional...
ANZ Focus: Cage-free eggs, Hemp Foods Australia, caffeine maximum limits and more feature in our round-up
Cage-free eggs, Hemp Foods Australia, caffeine maximum limits and more feature in this edition of ANZ Focus.
Hot fuss: China kiwifruit sector faces uncertain 2023 after heatwave wreaks havoc on production
The kiwifruit sector in China is facing an uncertain 2023 after one of the most severe heatwaves ever recorded wreaked havoc on production, with even large firms having to rely on government aid to maintain resilience.
High-tech inspections: South Korea deploys AI in national food imports plan to boost safety
The South Korean government has announced a new food imports plan to be enforced in 2023 which will involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve its monitoring and inspections processes.
‘Gold standard’: Whey protein supplementation maximises muscle gains from resistance exercise – Maeil-funded RCT
Whey protein supplementation could raise the effectiveness of resistance exercise by boosting increases in muscle mass, muscular strength and endurance, say Korean researchers.