Food design & research > Nutrition

Added sugar labelling on NIP, new standard coming

27 January, 2022

After FSANZ released its review on how foods with added sugar are labelled, the organsation will begin work on amending the standard.


Nestlé develops healthy grain ratio concept

19 January, 2022

The concept helps consumers understand the ratio of fibre, sugars and carbohydrates, a good balance of which is needed in a healthy diet.


Study links grape consumption to healthy gut

17 November, 2021

Recently released research connects the dots between better gut health and the regular consumption of grapes.


Upcoming database collects nutrition info on branded foods

16 November, 2021

The database will feature the nutritional information from branded foods and beverages sold in Australia and will have most food information by 2023.


Australians drank responsibly during lockdowns

01 November, 2021

An analysis of wastewater by the Australian Government shows Australians drank responsibly, allaying fears of overconsumption during lockdowns.


There's room on the plate for processed food

18 October, 2021

A study has shown that processed food can be included as part of a nutritious and affordable diet.


Scientists develop high-tech food health ranking tool

15 October, 2021

Researchers have developed a profiling tool that ranks thousands of foods and lets consumers and manufacturers easily compare the healthiness of ingredients.


Low-sodium salt to improve health

02 September, 2021

Research has found that those who use a low-sodium, high-potassium diet have a reduced chance of stroke.


Scientists create artificial stomach to understand digestion

11 August, 2021

The scientists hope the findings could help in the effort to fight obesity and enhance drug absorption.


The science of scent for flavour in food

22 July, 2021 by Emily Caldwell, Ohio State News

Researchers study sense of smell to optimise food for consumption.


Insect industry has legs: CSIRO releases roadmap

03 May, 2021

Australia's national science agency, the CSIRO, has outlined a roadmap that shows how Australia could become a player in the billion-dollar global edible insect industry.


Fermented milk's potential to reduce hypertension

23 March, 2021

The research suggests that there is potential for the creation of tailor-made fermented milks to help reduce hypertension.


Plant-based confectionery predicted to grow this year

11 February, 2021

The plant-based food market is expected to grow beyond the core dairy and meat categories and make significant headway in the confectionery space.


APAC consumers drink less alcohol and more health products

21 January, 2021

New research has found people in the Asia–Pacific region consume less alcohol and more health products.


Study: Households with children buy more higher-fat milk

21 January, 2021

New research suggests households with children purchase larger quantities of and higher-fat fluid milk compared to households without children.


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