Rosemary and grapefruit extract shows beauty benefits say research
A study published in Food & Nutrition Research has found that a combination of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) and grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) extracts has potential...
Long-term study links neonics with collapse of wild bee populations
An important new study into the effects of neonicotinoid insecticides has provided some of the strongest data yet linking them with the collapse of wild bee populations.
Future of UK supplements policy “extremely unclear”
The UK’s intentions regarding future food supplements policy remain “extremely unclear” in the immediate post-EU Referendum period, warns Consumers for Health Choice.
Booths delists Hipp and Heinz to focus on “local and eco”...
North of England supermarket chain Booths is to delist several leading baby food and babycare brands as it focuses on smaller supplies it sees as more local or eco-friendly
Speciality & Fine Food Fair is round the corner
This year’s Speciality & Fine Food Fair takes place from 4-6 September at Olympia in London.
Earthoil becomes certified carbon neutral in Africa
Earthoil, which specializes in manufacturing organic, fair trade essential and cold-pressed oils, has had its African operations certified carbon neutral.
Better Food Company makes it three
This summer, Bristol-based organic food retailer Better Food Company opened its third store – in the historic dock area of the city.
Protein Pick & Mix packs a punch in Tunbridge Wells
In February, Tunbridge Wells saw the opening of The Protein Pick & Mix, a bricks and mortar version of the original online-only store created...
Neonics impact bee reproduction says study
A new study from the University of Bern has found that neonicotinoid insecticides may have contraceptive effects on male honeybees.
Leaked Childhood Obesity Strategy draft reveals watered down measures on sugar
A leaked draft copy of the Childhood Obesity Strategy indicates that the UK Government has shrunk from a number of public health promises.
HFMA introduces CLEAR CHECK service
The Health Food Manufacturers’ Association has launched CLEAR CHECK, which supersedes its Labelling, Advertising and Promotions Advice Division service.
Only a fifth of the global population meet vitamin E threshold
In a recent review of global vitamin E status, researchers found that only a fifth of the population have the recommended serum level of vitamin E.
Rosemary and grapefruit extract shows skin protection benefits
A study published in Food & Nutrition Research has found that a combination of rosemary and grapefruit extracts has potential photo-protective effects.
Sales of organic meat rise after omega-3 research results
Following research confirming that organic meat has 50% more omega-3s than non-organic, sales of organic red meat rose 4.1% in the 12 weeks to June 18.
UK organic market strengthens ahead of Organic September
With Organic September round the corner, the Soil Association predicts overall value of the organic market in the UK to exceed £2BN by the end of this year.
EFSA calls for comments on GM allergy guidance
A public consultation is launched by the European Food Safety Authority on its Draft Guidance on Allergenicity Assessment of Genetically Modified Plants.
Letter to EFSA pushes for reference values on added sugar
In a letter to the EFSA, representatives of five Nordic countries ask that it looks at recommending reference values for added sugar in food and drink.
Omega-3s lower risk of death from heart attack
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine has found that marine and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids are associated with a lower risk of fatal coronary heart disease (CHD).
Sustainable Beauty Awards 2016 now open for entries
Entries are now being taken for the 2016 Sustainable Beauty Awards, organized by Organic Monitor.
The five award categories each represent different aspects of sustainability:...
Formula Botanica scholarship up for grabs in global pitch
Accredited organic cosmetic science school Formula Botanica is hosting a global voting and video pitching competition to win an exclusive organic skincare entrepreneur scholarship.
Partnering with...