‘Fifth taste’ Umami makes low-fat peanut butter taste better, study The umami taste could have an important and beneficial role in health, according to Japanese research. A series of studies published...

Fish oil capsules and supplements fail on Omega-3 claims and freshness, University research study Most fish oil supplements sold in Australia and New Zealand are lower in omega-3 fatty acids than their...

Health Star Ratings should be compulsory, Australian health groups say Four leading Australian health groups have called on the new Federal Health Minister Sussan Ley and the Australian government to make...

Study finds salt intake not associated with heart health risks Salt intake was not associated with mortality or risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and heart failure (HF) in older adults based on self-reported...

Australia: land of the rising sushi (and the falling spring roll) The popularity of sushi is on the rise in Australia, while spring rolls appear to be gradually falling out of favour, according to findings...

Caffeine linked to increased soft drink consumption, but industry says Deakin study is ‘flawed’ A study that links caffeine with increased consumption of soft drinks is ‘flawed’, according to the...

Potato chips remain Australia’s favourite snack food When it comes to the nation’s most popular snacks, it seems Australians’ tastes tend more towards savoury than sweet. Potato chips are a favourite...

Dairy Australia urges FSANZ to accept ‘sports drink health claims’ for dairy products Dairy Australia has made a submission to Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ), urging the regulator to...

Alcohol policy national scorecard rankings released for governments across Australia The majority of Australian jurisdictions scored “well below” a pass grade in alcohol policy in an annual national...

Half UK consumers see the ‘beauty’ in ‘ugly’ fruit and veg, Mintel Bent carrots, battered peaches, and blemished apples: it seems when it comes to fruit and veg it’s what’s on the inside that...