18th Apr 2019
Marketing a foods sound makes it more enjoyable to eat, study says
Research shows that describing the sound or texture of a food product on the packaging could lead to increased enjoyment, and increased consumption
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18th Apr 2019
Study shows young children influenced by portion size
Challenging the accepted belief that self-regulation is good for kids, a new study shows that children will tend to overeat due to portion size
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18th Apr 2019
This week in Table Talk...
A new study debunks diet research. Address the key issues facing the food industry with other leaders at the Food Matters Summit. Plus, how will R&D and new product development improve health?
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15th Apr 2019
Could social network influencer marketing make kids less healthy?
Childhood obesity is a growing problem worldwide. A new study by the Institute of Psychology, Health, and Society, University of Liverpool suggest that the problem could be exacerbated by influencer-led social media marketing.
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11th Apr 2019
Are children’s food health claims confusing?
A new study suggests health claims on foods aimed at children are often misleading, and that uniform guidance is needed so that parents can choose products that are truly healthy for their kids.
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11th Apr 2019
This week in Table Talk...
An app to reduce food waste that also connects retailers to new customers. One in five deaths linked to poor diet. Plus, are you putting your business at risk over allergens?
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9th Apr 2019
One in five deaths caused by poor diet
A comprehensive study between 1990 and 2017 investigating the consumption of 15 dietary variables in 195 countries has suggested that people in almost every region of the world could benefit from improving their diet by increasing their consumption of key nutrients and foods.
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4th Apr 2019
2018 remained a strong year for the food and drink sector
Despite political uncertainty, 2018 was a strong year for deals in the food and drink sector according to leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP. The fourth quarter of the year showed particularly strong results, with £4.59 billion in mergers and acquisitions alone.
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4th Apr 2019
Flexitarianism: the diet of the future?
In their latest white paper YouGov look at whether flexitarianism could soon be the norm, with most consumers opting for a mainly plant-based diet supplemented by small amounts of meat consumption.
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4th Apr 2019
This week in Table Talk...
Clean, sustainable, plant-based foods all feature in episode two of the Table Talk Podcast. Food industry robust despite political upheaval. Plus, meet UK buyers by joining the international pavilions.
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