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...

An avocado a day may help keep bad cholesterol at bay, study Eating one avocado a day as part of a heart healthy, cholesterol-lowering moderate-fat diet can help improve bad cholesterol levels in overweight...

Beer sales in the UK rise for first time in 5 years, while cider falls The post-recession years have been challenging for the UK beer market, with sales dropping by over 500 million litres between 2009...

Top 10 food and beverage trends for 2015, Innova Market Insights Concerns about labelling and a desire for convenience are trends that are set to continue into 2015, according to global market research...

Mediterranean diet continues to fascinate nutrition researchers In 2014, the much-lauded Mediterranean diet continued to receive attention from nutrition researchers all over the world, with studies continuing...

Inside an e-cigarette More research is needed into the effectiveness of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), although emerging research suggests the method is an effective way to reduce or quit smoking,...

Foodbank Hunger Report shows 180,000 Australian children relying on food welfare each month Earlier in 2014, the Foodbank Hunger Report, a study undertaken by Foodbank, found that the charity provides...

Surge in Australians buying chocolate in lead up to festive season Surviving the festive season with one’s waistline intact is a bit like vowing to go to the gym on New Year’s morning: a noble goal,...

Consumers looking for ‘sustainable’ chocolate products Confectionery manufacturers should promote chocolate products as an indulgent treat with natural ingredients and sustainable production in order...

Potato extract may control obesity, study A simple potato extract may limit weight gain from a diet that is high in fat and refined carbohydrates, according to research from McGill University in Canada. The...