All Ultra-processed foods (UPF) articles
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Comment & OpinionIs Joe Wicks’ Killer protein bar really ‘full of shit’?
Nutrition experts and health advocates have spoken out to criticise the Licensed to Kill show’s complete lack of nuance, and fearmongering
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NewsRude Health unveils Pistachio and Hazelnut alt-milk SKUs
Pistachio and Hazelnut flavours will hit shelves in Waitrose from 12 October in a one-litre format
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NewsQuorn launches ‘Nothing to Hide’ TV advert to promote no-artificial-ingredients range
The multimillion-pound campaign has been launched to celebrate Quorn’s high-protein, no-artificial-ingredients range and includes a new ad creative
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NewsAbel & Cole goes on anti-UPF road trip in wake of HFSS ad legislation
The online grocer has launched pop-up activations including the road trip, on which it will be pulling up to some of the ‘best-known HFSS giants’ including Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and McDonald’s
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NewsYeo Valley unveils organic granola duo for breakfast
Organic Tray Baked Granola is made from 100% organic British oats and a mix of nuts, seeds and fruits, and is baked in small batches
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NewsPetits Filous launches natural kids’ yoghurt in first for category
Described as ‘smooth, mild and creamy’, Petits Filous Natural + Calcium & Vitamin D rolled out in Morrisons this week
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NewsNutrition brand Zoe launches ‘radically redesigned’ new app
Zoe’s new app features an AI tool that allows users to take a photo of any meal to ‘understand exactly what is in it – and its impact on your body’
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Comment & OpinionA cruel irony: UPF panic is undermining plant-based progress
Under the broad umbrella of UPF classification, plant-based meat alternatives sit uncomfortably alongside sugary cereals, fizzy drinks, and processed meats, says Mike Coppen-Gardner, founder & CEO of SPQR
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Comment & OpinionBirthday cake sandwich? Viral UPFs distract from health concerns
Novelty products designed to create social media buzz can overshadow the bigger conversation about what is unhealthy for us, says Jack Scott, co-founder of Dash Water
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InterviewsBiona founder Noel McDonald’s 55-year organic odyssey is only just starting
Biona founder Noel McDonald has been trying to change the world since 1970. And despite putting planet over profit, his organic empire is growing
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NewsGenius Foods unveils ‘clean label’ gluten-free bread range
The range was created with reality TV star and diagnosed coeliac Megan McKenna
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Comment & OpinionLetter: FDF is committed to supporting healthy diets
We pride ourselves on following established nutrition science, says Kate Halliwell, chief scientific officer at the FDF
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Comment & OpinionUPF and convenience foods are not the enemy of weight loss
It would appear that weight loss is still achievable with nutritionally balanced UPFs, says Anthony Warner, development chef at New Food Innovation
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Comment & OpinionNature knows best: ultra-processed food is bad for weight loss
Nature knows best: minimally processed foods are better for your health and – surprise, surprise – processed food is bad for your diet, says Rob Percival, head of policy, food and health at Soil Association
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NewsHunter & Gather set for next stage of growth as it raises £1m
Hunter & Gather has secured a further £1m in investment to fuel a retail expansion and support new product development
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Comment & OpinionIs the meat-free market finally cleaning up its UPF act?
Plant-based players would be well advised to follow meat-free giant Quorn’s lead in slimming down its ingredient list
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Category ReportHealthy competition: trends in breakfast & brunch 2025
The likes of oats and yoghurt are winning share as Brits try to eat healthier in the morning. Where does that leave breakfast staples?
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NewsLess processed diet may be more beneficial for weight loss: study
When given nutritionally matched diets, participants lost twice as much weight eating minimally processed foods compared to ultra-processed foods, a new clinical trial has found
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Comment & OpinionUltra-processed babyfood is a public health emergency
A major new study has found 87% of baby snacks and 79% of baby cereals are ultra-processed, says Diane Threapleton, senior research fellow in nutrition at the University of Leeds
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Comment & OpinionDolly van Tulleken: here’s the real reason behind government inaction on food
There is strong public support for making Britain’s food nourishing and sustainable, but concerns block policy change, says Dr Dolly van Tulleken