New research published in Nature (July 15, 2026) concludes that transforming global food systems would benefit both population and planetary health, but farmers need support to adapt to fundamental changes (Gibson et al., 2026; London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, 2026). More specifically, the authors found that, “[f]ollowing recommendations to shift to healthier diets,Continue reading “Shift to healthy, sustainable diets would reshape global agriculture: New research”
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Eight common food additives linked to higher risk of hypertension: New research
A new study involving more than 100,000 participants and published in the European Hearth Journal (May 2026) has concluded that certain food preservatives could harm cardiovascular health. The researchers identified eight preservatives that are linked to hypertension (high blood pressure). They also concluded that one additive was specifically associated with cardiovascular disease. These results publishedContinue reading “Eight common food additives linked to higher risk of hypertension: New research”
Stop Food Waste Day: April 29, 2026!
Stop Food Waste Day is the largest single day of action in the fight against global food waste. Join us on Wednesday, 29 April 2026. As we mark our 10th Stop Food Waste Day in 2026, we celebrate our progress and reaffirm our commitment to reducing food waste across all areas of our business, withContinue reading “Stop Food Waste Day: April 29, 2026!”
Ultra-processed foods are linked to reduced fertility and embryonic development: New research
New research published in Human Reproduction (March 24, 2026) has found that “eating large amounts of ultra-processed food (UPF) is linked not only to reduced fertility in men, but also to slower growth in early embryos, and smaller yolk sacs, which are essential for early embryonic development, according to new research.” (Lin et al., 2026;Continue reading “Ultra-processed foods are linked to reduced fertility and embryonic development: New research”
Pesticides have become more harmful globally, new study finds
The toxicity of pesticides increased worldwide between 2013 to 2019, with Brazil among the countries leading the way. This conclusion was made in a study published in the journal Science (Wolfram et al., 2026) and contradicts the goal of reducing pesticide risks by 2030, established at the 15th United Nations Conference on Biodiversity (COP15). In theirContinue reading “Pesticides have become more harmful globally, new study finds”
Takeaway coffee cups may contain thousands of microplastic fragments, study warns
New Research published in the Journal of Hazardous Materials: Plastics (2026) reveals that heat is a primary driver of microplastic release and the material of your coffee cup matters more than you think. “To most of us, that cup feels harmless – just a convenient tool for caffeine delivery. However, if that cup is made of plasticContinue reading “Takeaway coffee cups may contain thousands of microplastic fragments, study warns”
Amaranth: An ancient grain with functional and health-promoting properties: New review
As described in a new review by Tiombayeva et al. (2025), “Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) is frequently regarded as a promising alternative to traditional cereal crops [1]. Unlike most traditional cereal crops, amaranth is characterized by a balanced amino acid composition, including all essential amino acids, the absence of gluten in its grain and high levels ofContinue reading “Amaranth: An ancient grain with functional and health-promoting properties: New review”
Antidiabetic potential of underutilized crops: Nutritional, phytochemical insights, and prospects for diabetes management: New review
A new review published in Applied Food Research (December 2025) “discusses the antidiabetic potential of five underutilized crops: Buckwheat, Quinoa, Amaranth, Moringa, and Teff. These crops are rich in bioactive compounds, including polyphenols, flavonoids, and saponins, which are known to play significant roles in the prevention and management of diabetes. By improving insulin sensitivity, inhibitingContinue reading “Antidiabetic potential of underutilized crops: Nutritional, phytochemical insights, and prospects for diabetes management: New review”
Impact of new octagonal front-of-package labeling on the purchasing probability of processed and ultra-processed foods in Colombia: New research
New research published in Food Quality and Preference evaluated the impact of front-of-package warning labels (FOPL) on the purchasing probability of processed and ultra-processed foods in Colombia. More specifically, the study evaluated the impact of black octagonal front-of-package warning labels (FOPL), introduced by Resolution 254 of 2023 (RESOLUCIÓN No. 254), on consumer purchasing intentions forContinue reading “Impact of new octagonal front-of-package labeling on the purchasing probability of processed and ultra-processed foods in Colombia: New research”
High intake of ultra-processed foods linked to systemic inflammation: New research
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrially altered products – such as soft drinks, sweet and savory packaged snacks, prepared pizzas, and processed meats. Hundreds of new ingredients, previously unknown to the human body, now make up nearly 60% of the average adult’s diet and almost 70% of children’s diets in the United States. “These products reduceContinue reading “High intake of ultra-processed foods linked to systemic inflammation: New research”
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