All Health articles – Page 5
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Category Report
The last gasp for cigarettes?
As the UK prepares for a ‘smoke-free’ future, cigarettes are being stubbed out at pace. How is big tobacco generating new revenue?
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News
Labour considering banning sales of energy drinks to under-16s
The proposal has reportedly been put forward for inclusion in the party’s manifesto
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Analysis and Features
What will a Labour government mean for food and farming?
With the general election drawing near, there’s a blossoming romance between Labour and big business. But where does it stand on the crucial issues affecting food retail and farming?
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Comment and Opinion
Wes Streeting’s steamroller is heading in the food industry’s direction
Labour is courting big business. And the attraction is mutual
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Comment and Opinion
Retailers shoot themselves in the foot supporting AHDB meat campaign
By signing up to Let’s Eat Balanced, retailers are flouting their own climate commitments and promises to their customers, says Liam Lysaght, campaigner for diets and climate change at Feedback Global
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Comment and Opinion
What grocery brands can learn from beauty and personal care
BPC is approaching the challenges of sustainability, health and pleasure differently, says Alex Beckett, director, Mintel Food & Drink Research
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News
‘Micron-sized’ salt tech company MicroSalt lists
The company is also in talks with suppliers of ready meals and a fast food burger company
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News
Prison food reform is ‘huge opportunity’ for wholesalers, says charity
The Food Matters in Prisons report, issued last month, calls for greater transparency and accountability around food procurement
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Comment and Opinion
Is Veganuary too challenging for shoppers?
The month of resolutions and abstinence is almost over. The small percentage of Brits who endured January sans animal-derived products, however, should be praised
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Analysis and Features
Can the Zoe nutrition programme change the UK’s diet?
Personalised nutrition programme Zoe has racked up countless column inches and, most recently, an M&S partnership. How is the app shaping food choices and will it go mainstream?
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Comment and Opinion
Will disposable vape ban be the death of Shenzhen brands?
Brands such as ElfBar are reeling from the UK government crackdown
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News
Henry Dimbleby launches venture fund to back investment in health and eco food products
The investment firm will cover the environmental or health impacts of food to help improve food security or issues posed by climate change
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Webinar
WATCH: Navigating the ultra-processed food debate
Watch our webinar on demand for an in-depth discussion on the fast-evolving debate about ultra-processed foods as our panel of experts share their insights and dive into exclusive consumer data.
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News
Activia launches gut health-focused campaign with Rachel Stevens
The Good Gut Guide campaign has been launched to educate shoppers on easy steps to support wellbeing, starting with the gut
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News
Lack of clarity around looming Brexit checks leaves industry ‘apprehensive’
The Border Target Operating Model will see an array of new controls on EU food imports begin to roll out on 30 January
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Comment and Opinion
Why are so many foods with undeclared allergens making it on shelf?
Food allergen malfunctions are supposed to have vanished, but the FSA recorded 314 allergy alerts in the 2022/23 period. So what’s going wrong?
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News
Meal planning and shopping platform Lollipop rebrands as Cherrypick
Cherrypick allows its more than 200,000 users to browse nearly 1,000 recipes and order the ingredients to make them in within minutes
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News
Defra budget cuts to Dover food inspections ‘serious’ risk to UK food safety
Defra is planning to introduce a 70% budget cut to the inspection team at Dover that is responsible for screening pork for African swine fever (ASF) from April
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News
Future Food Movement teams up with youth activist group for climate and health commitments
They have launched a new Food Systems Accelerator, which will aim to persuade big business to improve commitments on child health and environment
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Category Report
Why cereal brands need to wake up
With own label slurping up sales, just six of the UK’s top 30 cereal brands are in volume growth. How can they rouse themselves?