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Politics Of Food
Amsterdam bans meat advertising: first capital city to restrict meat ads (2026)
Amsterdam becomes the first capital city to ban meat advertising in public spaces from May 2026, benefiting the planet, people, and animals.
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Health
Why 96% of UK adults miss daily fibre goals (and how to fix it)
96% of UK adults miss the 30g daily fibre target. Learn why we're falling short, which high-fibre foods help, and simple swaps you can make to boost your fibre.
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Politics Of Food
Eleven nutrition experts react to the 2025–2030 US dietary guidelines
Dietitians unpack the 2025–2030 US dietary guidelines, from ‘eat real food’ and higher protein targets to dairy, ultra‑processed foods and school meals.
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Health
Can CBD supplements cause liver damage in healthy adults?
A recent FDA trial found that 5.6% of healthy adults taking moderate CBD doses experienced elevated liver enzymes, raising important safety concerns about unregulated CBD supplements and the need for proper monitoring.
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Food Systems
Why has meat become so expensive? Unpacking why plant-based protein could become the much cheaper option
For the first time in decades, meat is now often more expensive than plant-based meat alternatives. In this article, we unpack the reasons why.
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Health
UK junk food advertising ban finally launches, but the fight is far from over
The UK's new junk food advertising ban takes effect, and whilst some are praising it, others are saying that it doesn't go far enough.
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Health
Are plant-based meat alternatives good for cholesterol? Cardiologists weigh in
A recent study has shown that increasing the amount of plant-based meat you eat could be good for your cholesterol. We unpack the findings in this article.
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Food Systems
Why more meat‑eaters are quietly choosing the vegan sausage roll at Greggs
"Food policy expert Gavin Wren breaks down Greggs’ research into vegan sausage rolls, labelling, and consumer awareness"
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The Climate Crisis
Why illegal beef laundering should matter to every shopper: how your food choices shape the climate and nature crisis
Learn how JBS, the world's largest meat company, may have bought "laundered" beef from illegal deforestation in Brazil, and why it matters for the climate and nature crisis.
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Environment
Cut your pet’s carbon paw print: The benefits of sustainable, animal-free pet food
Could your dog or cat be healthier on a plant-based diet? It's becoming increasingly apparent that they can, and more pet owner are making the switch. We explore this in this article.
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Health
How much fibre should you eat everyday? Why most of us fall short of the recommneded intake, and what Rhiannon Lambert’s new book adds
How much fibre should you eat everyday? Rhiannon Lambert’s new book explains why fibre matters and offers practical tips to close the gap for better health.
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Health
Aeronutrients: Why that breath of fresh air might be nourishing your body
Discover aeronutrients: essential nutrients like iodine, manganese, and zinc absorbed through breathing. Evidence shows air delivers more than just oxygen
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Environment
Reducing food waste vs. dietary change: which matters more for the planet?
Reducing food waste and shifting diets both cut emissions. But which matters more—and how can we do both without feeling overwhelmed?
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Food Systems
Why the new EAT-Lancet report matters – and why foodfacts stands behind it
The launch of the latest EAT-Lancet Commission report has the potential to mark a turning point in how we think, talk, and act on the future of food. Find out more about it in this article!
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Media Literacy
How analogies shape nutrition debates: power and limitations to be aware of
From the Glucose Goddess comparing glucose to cavities to Dr. Berg calling canola oil “engine lubricant,” nutrition analogies go viral. We unpack the risks and share tips on how to spot misleading comparisons.
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Politics Of Food
Can the UK's new food strategy fix our broken relationship with food?
Discover how the UK's Food Strategy aims to tackle obesity, environmental harm, and food insecurity—can it truly reshape our food future?
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OPINION
Food Systems
Perfectly imperfect: why choosing 'wonky' veg matters more than ever
Explore how accepting visually imperfect fruits and vegetables reduces waste, fights climate change, and reshapes consumer habits.
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OPINION
Politics Of Food
High steaks: why young men are eating more meat, and what it means for health, masculinity, and the planet
Young men in the UK are increasing meat consumption, driven by masculinity ideals and online influence.
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OPINION
Food Systems
What do egg prices have to do with pandemics? Understanding the bird flu crisis
The current egg price crisis isn't just costing consumers more money, it's putting farmers at risk, as well as causing concern for another pandemic. This feature explores the impacts of avian flu (H5N1).
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Health
The high-protein, gut-friendly food that's been a staple for centuries. And it's going mainstream
From gut health to heart health, this fermented food checks more boxes than your average protein bar
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OPINION
Health
The great fat debate: what science really says about butter and plant oils
We dig into the fat facts to settle what’s hype, what’s harmful, and what’s heart-healthy
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Politics Of Food
The hidden power of community kitchens: tackling hunger and creating fairer food access
Discover how community kitchens empower communities, fight hunger, and make nutritious food accessible to all.
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Ethics
From cow to cup: the journey of dairy most consumers don't see
A deep dive in to the impact of the dairy industry, and a reality-check regarding the awareness most consumers have about farming cows for milk.
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Environment
Who’s killing Antarctica’s ecosystem? The dark side of krill harvesting
The Antarctic Crisis No One’s Talking About
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Nutrition
Are meat-based diets putting our dogs at risk? Exploring healthier, climate-friendly alternatives
Dogs need nutrients, not specific ingredients—and plant-based diets can deliver what matters
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OPINION
The Climate Crisis
Can agroforestry save coffee from climate catastrophe?
Discover how agroforestry could rescue coffee farming from environmental collapse.
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OPINION
Food Systems
Reimagining the food system through circular thinking
What Is the Circular Economy, and Why It Could Transform the Food System
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OPINION
Food Systems
What is factory farming? A closer look at why it matters and what can change
Most food animals are factory farmed, here's what you need to know about the industry
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OPINION
Food Systems
Farmers say lab-grown meat 'not the enemy'. Here's why
British farmers say they are open to collaborating with “lab-grown” meat producers in the coming years
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Food Systems
Milk down the drain: some social media users protest over Arla’s methane-reducing additive Bovaer
Some UK social media users pour milk down sinks in protest of Arla’s methane-reducing additive Bovaer, sparking debate over dairy’s environmental impact and the industry’s response to climate challenges
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Food Systems
Are ‘best before’ dates necessary? Understanding food labels and reducing waste
While much of the industry maintains that best before dates are helpful, anti-waste campaigners argue that they encourage people to throw out still-fresh foods
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Environment
Trapped in a plastic tide: the devastating impact of food packaging and the fight for change
Plastic food packaging contributes significantly to pollution, microplastic contamination, and health risks, but innovations like bioplastics and global action offer hope for reducing plastic waste
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OPINION
Food Systems
Closing Canada’s food waste gap: how food stash foundation leads the charge
Amid Canada’s worsening affordability crisis, one Vancouver-based foundation is transforming food waste into hope.
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OPINION
Environment
Laser-weeding: a game-changing technology for sustainable farming
Laser weeding sounds like sci-fi, but it’s cutting chemicals—and emissions—out of modern farming
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