Scientists have called for Chagas disease to be included in new estimates of the global burden of foodborne disease.  Chagas disease, caused by infection with the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, has a complicated transmission cycle with many infection routes. The disease mainly occurs in Latin America but is rising in other regions, such as North America

Addressing environmental and human rights abuses in supply chains is becoming an increasingly significant part of the European food industry. Legislation retains a key role in bringing this to the forefront of public and political consciousness. The Committee of Permanent Representatives’ (COREPER) vote on the implementation of the corporate sustainability due diligence directive (CSDDD), a piece of

A new study titled, ‘Consumer perceptions unwrapped: ultra-processed foods’, has found that consumers believe ultra-processed foods (UPF) are damaging to both their health and the environment. The study was conducted in response to the fact that although ultra-processed foods make up a large part of consumer diets across Europe, there is still widespread confusion and

The Arizona House Of Representatives is advancing House Bill 2042, much like a proposed law the governor vetoed last year. H B 2042, concerning the preparation and sale of so-called cottage food, is sponsored by State Rep. Travis Grantham, R-Gilbert. It is now a House Engrossed bill that expands the foods that meet an exemption

Authorities in Finland have assessed the food poisoning risk associated with medium-cooked ground beef patties made from Finnish meat and served in food service outlets. Medium-rare or medium-done ground (minced) beef patties are associated with the potential for microbiological contamination, especially from Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). In recent years, illnesses caused by STEC have

Today’s consumers are not turning to food and drink for energy alone. A more nuanced understanding of the relationship between diet and health is coming to shape consumer attitudes to food.So which ingredients offer greatest potential in health and wellness? At FoodNavigator’s upcoming digital summit Positive Nutrition 2024​, we’ll ask how the latest nutritional science

The company said it believes that the full potential of the ANH business could be best realized through a different ownership structure. “All potential separation options will be considered.”It plans to separate out the ANH unit over the course of the next year. It said the move will minimize its exposure to vitamins earnings volatility​​.As

Stop using the term ‘ultra-processed’ when talking about nutrition. This is the stance of researcher Jenny Chapman, who was recently awarded a Churchill Fellowship to investigate the adoption, acceptance, and trust of plant-based meat products.Her findings, published earlier this month​, build on surveys suggesting that ‘ultra-processing’ associations are hindering adoption of plant-based meat alternatives. But

Fibre is widely acknowledged as an essential factor in a healthy diet, with fibre-rich foods such as pulses and vegetables lauded as one of the most effective ways to promote good gut health. But is it also crucial for healthy brain function?Communications between the central and enteric nervous systems, more commonly referred to as the

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for ensuring that the nation’s domestic and imported seafood supply is safe, sanitary, wholesome, and honestly labeled.  The agency recently provided access to content about seafood, including fish and shellfish, from across the Food section of FDA.gov.  These links are grouped for target audiences, including access