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Healthy food really is more expensive than unhealthy food

14 October, 2014

The often-heard complaint of "I just can't afford to buy healthy food" may just have some truth to it. A new study in the journal PLOS One has found that healthy foods are three times more expensive per calorie than less healthy food.


Obesity Society calls on food manufacturers to reduce energy density of foods

03 October, 2014

The Obesity Society (TOS) has called for food companies to test and market less energy-dense foods to help curb the obesity epidemic.


What do bananas, soya and almonds have in common?

30 September, 2014

According to a study published in Psychological Research, consuming tyrosine either via supplements or food can promote creative thinking.


Do artificial sweeteners really cause metabolic disease? Experts respond

29 September, 2014

A study published in the scientific journal Nature showing that artificial sweeteners could play a role in glucose intolerance and metabolic disease has drawn mixed reactions from experts.


The emerging field of nutrigenomics

26 September, 2014

Nutrigenomics is a relatively new field of research in which genetics and nutrition come together. These merging disciplines (nutrition and genetics), optimise the efficacy of diets and how dietary consumption affects gene expression.


Could personalised diets be the new frontier in food marketing?

10 September, 2014

Personalised medicine is making its way into the US, with blood tests at the heart of changes to the way consumers see their health. Canadean predicts that this technology will also shift into personalised diets.


Familiar ingredients entice consumers to healthy eating

09 September, 2014

The report ‘Healthy Dining Trends’ released by market research company Mintel, endeavoured to uncover what motivates Americans to eat healthfully.


Healthy snacks at meal times an opportunity for food marketers

08 September, 2014

US consumers are eating traditional snack foods, particularly snacks with a perceived health benefit, in between and at meals. This behaviour will drive the growth of snack foods eaten at main meals over next five years, according to The NPD Group.


Junk food shown to change eating behaviours

05 September, 2014

Junk food changes eating behaviour in rats, causing them to stop seeking out novel foods, a new study has shown. The researchers say this could explain why excessive junk food consumption can weaken self-control and lead to overeating and obesity.


Tackling micronutrient deficiency with fortified condiments

04 September, 2014

The answer to widespread micronutrient deficiencies? Condiments! Fortified condiments, that is. University of Illinois researchers are working with the WHO to fortify condiments and seasonings to redress micronutrient deficiencies.


UK hospital admissions for malnutrition rise by 19%

03 September, 2014

Reports of a 19% rise in the number of people in the UK who were admitted to hospital with malnutrition have prompted market researchers at Canadean to review their research into the areas of nutrition and consumer behaviour.


Forget tanning: fruit and veg is the key to a truly healthy glow

03 September, 2014

New research reveals that skin colouration from fruit and vegetable intake is perceived as more attractive than a suntan.  


A cup of tea and a fruit salad, followed by a brisk jog to the wine bar

03 September, 2014

Research presented at the ESC Congress has revealed that daily fruit consumption cuts the risk of cardiovascular disease, while drinking tea reduces non-cardiovascular mortality. However, wine only protects against CVD in people who exercise.


Socioeconomic status predicts salt intake

01 September, 2014

Researchers have found that British people from low socioeconomic backgrounds still eat more salt than those from higher socioeconomic positions, irrespective of where they live.


Bacteria that protects against food allergies identified

27 August, 2014

Researchers have discovered that a common class of gut bacteria can protect against food allergies, potentially paving the way for probiotic therapies to treat food allergies.


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