Latest News in the food Industry

21 Feb 2024

Putting consumers first and anticipating changes to the retail landscape are critical factors in the success of Europe’s leading health and wellness retailer Holland & Barrett, says Alex Glover, nutrition development lead for R&D at Holland & Barrett.

19 Feb 2024

Consumers need access to science-based facts in order to make informed nutritional choices, says James Collier, co-founder and nutritionist at meal replacement startup Huel – but communication can be tricky. “One challenge is that Covid-19 has sent a l...

15 Feb 2024

Growing awareness about women’s health needs during perimenopause and menopause has prompted a number of brands to start exploring this space, including the recent launch of a functional tea by UK company D’Amazonia.

8 Feb 2024

Packaged and processed foods now contribute to nearly one-third of Chinese people’s sodium intake, prompting researchers to call for maximum sodium reduction targets for manufacturers.

2 Feb 2024

Calls for clarity around ultra-processed food (UPFs) and ongoing debates on potential classification may bring the health credentials of plant-based food under the spotlight, which is why education is so necessary.

19 Dec 2023

South-East Asia’s renewed focus on the elderly has also given rise to an emerging sports nutrition sector that serves to address similar health issues such as immune support and bone and joint health.

30 Aug 2023

E-commerce has become the biggest single channel for sales of dietary supplements in the US, according to Euromonitor data, while online celebrity endorsements and the rise of influencer marketing is fuelling interest in beauty-from-within brands.

13 Mar 2023

With snack sales impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, war, and inflation, 2023 could see a slowdown in growth with a consumer focus on value, says Euromonitor. Where are the opportunities for food and beverage brands?