National study maps where food additives come from in children’s and adults’ diets
By analysing nationally representative diet data, researchers show that food additives rarely occur alone, with children and teenagers…
Milkshakes and lattes to come under sugar tax rules – Streeting
Pre-packaged milkshakes and lattes will be subject to the sugar tax, the Health Secretary has announced. Wes Streeting…
Study finds high intake of ultra-processed foods tied to reduced DNA methylation
Researchers have found that women who consume more ultra-processed foods exhibit widespread differences in DNA methylation, suggesting early…
Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
New study suggests a connection between soft drinks and depression via the microbiome
A new study involving the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD) provides strong evidence that sugary drinks affect…
UK food policy misses big slice of ultra-processed problem, study finds
Despite covering some ultra-processed foods, the UK’s HFSS rules leave millions of daily calories unregulated, researchers say it’s…