Food design & research

What'll this do to the gluten-free market?

27 March, 2018

If the vaccine under trial to 'cure' coeliacs is successful, what will happen to the whole 'gluten free' food sector?


Court rules Heinz misled consumers with health claim

21 March, 2018 by Nichola Murphy

The Federal Court ruled Heinz made a misleading health claim on its Little Kids Shredz products aimed at children aged 1–3.


Researchers upcycle wine waste

21 March, 2018

With the seeds, stalks and skins of grapes all considered 'waste' products — known as pomace — about a quarter of each grape ends up in landfills.


Ultra-processed foods linked to increased risk of cancers

19 March, 2018 by Nichola Murphy

A study revealed that a 10% increase in the proportion of heavily processed foods in a person's diet meant they were 12% more likely to develop all cancers and 11% more likely to develop breast cancer.


Brisbane boy seeks help for swallowing disorder

15 March, 2018 | Supplied by: Flavour Creations

Swallowing disorders are not limited to the elderly alone, and the case of a young Brisbane boy affected by dysphagia has highlighted the importance of recognising the signs and seeking treatment.


Stopping norovirus

12 March, 2018

Norovirus — the scourge of the cruise ship and, lately, the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games.


High-protein diet lowers Alzheimer's risk

06 March, 2018

Research has found that consuming protein-rich foods such as meat, legumes and peanuts reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.


Is the microbiome shaped by nature or nurture?

06 March, 2018

A study found that genes only account for 2% of microbiome variation between populations, and other environmental factors are largely overlooked.


Has infant formula been causing Salmonella for 13 years?

28 February, 2018 by Nichola Murphy

39 infants in France, Spain and Greece ill after consuming formula processed by Lactalis.


Five start-ups begin Chobani's Food Incubator Class

20 February, 2018

Chobani has selected five Australian food start-ups it will help develop new products that challenge the food industry through the inaugural CFI.


Foodbank and Perfection Fresh tackle food waste

20 February, 2018

Foodbank and Perfection Fresh are working together to reduce food waste and food insecurity by distributing fresh produce to Australians in need.


Consumer choice important in aged care

20 February, 2018

The inaugural Parliamentary Friends of Ageing and Aged Care event discussed the main pain points regarding food in residential aged-care facilities.


How are policies impacting trans fat consumption?

14 February, 2018

Several policies have been implemented worldwide to limit the availability of trans fat in the food supply, but banning trans fats would be the most effective global health intervention.


How heat kills Salmonella

07 February, 2018

Very high temperatures kill living cells very quickly, but what causes bacteria like Salmonella to die at lower temperatures and can this information be useful to food processors?


Digestive health gaining importance in nutraceutical industry

07 February, 2018

A survey of 220 nutraceutical industry professionals revealed that digestive health is one of their top priorities, which may be fuelled by an increasing customer interest in healthy gut microbiota and probiotics.


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