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May 5, 2023
How King Charles “moved the dial” on sustainable farming
Why has he been so focused on the environment? Just how influential has he been? And how will things change now that he is king?
May 3, 2023
Can processed food affect your mental health?
Kimberley Wilson, Chartered Psychologist and Author, discusses the potential link between mental health and ultra-processed foods.
May 2, 2023
African Swine Fever – how worried should we be?
African Swine Fever affects domestic pigs and wild boar, and has a mortality rate of between 95% and 100%.
April 28, 2023
Turmeric – what does the science say about ‘the Golden Goddess’?
Why has turmeric captivated us for so long? Is there any truth in the medicinal claims? And what is next for the famous yellowy-orange spice?
April 26, 2023
Allergen awareness – innovation and building trust
With Allergen Awareness Week in full swing, the Food Matters Live podcast, is focussing on allergen-free food.
April 24, 2023
The rhizosphere – the mysterious world crucial to the future of food
There is lots we don't know about the rhizosphere, but gaining a greater understanding of it is crucial to the future of farming.
April 21, 2023
Microplastics – a very small big problem
One study estimates that the average person consumes roughly five grams of plastic per week, that is about the weight of a credit card.
April 19, 2023
Does front-of-pack labelling actually work?
Nutritional labelling is supposed to help us, but does any of the information on food packaging actually make a difference to our diets?
April 17, 2023
Deep dive: Potato, could this be the future of plant-based meat?
The potato feeds a billion people a day, but it is also becoming renowned as a source of protein, fibre and starch ingredients.
April 14, 2023
Why there’s still more to learn about diet and ADHD
Is nutrition a crucial part of managing ADHD, a total red herring, or one important cog in a very complex wheel?
April 12, 2023
How strong is the link between processed food and obesity?
It is clear that our changing diet plays a role in rising obesity rates, but how strong is the link between processed foods and obesity?
April 11, 2023
Following the green – sustainability investment trends for 2023
How do you separate greenwashing from genuine progressive thinking? And where should climate-conscious people be looking to invest?
April 6, 2023
Food as preventative medicine, with Dr Rupy Aujla
Dr Rupy Aujla's story is a remarkable and deeply personal one, which has led him on a journey he never imagined he would embark on.
April 5, 2023
Passover – telling stories with food
Millions of Jewish families are celebrating Passover with storytelling, wine, and food. The celebrations are filled with powerful symbolism.
April 3, 2023
A joint approach? Exploring the links between nutrition and arthritis
While there is no miracle diet for arthritis, there are many foods which appear beneficial in fighting inflammation and joint pain.
March 31, 2023
The secrets behind mankind’s fascination with fermentation
Throughout history, where there have been human beings, there has been fermentation. The question is: why?
March 29, 2023
Are we on the cusp of a mushroom renaissance?
There are 140,000 species of mushrooms, and still lots to learn about many of them. So how is the food industry taking advantage?
March 27, 2023
The spice of life – the surprisingly varied world of ginger flavours
We explore ginger’s potential as a flavour ingredient and look at its complexities, differences in flavour profiles and the opportunities.
March 24, 2023
Spotlight: Wageningen University’s alt-protein research
Wageningen has been the beating heart of Dutch agricultural innovation for almost 150 years, helping its food industry become the envy of the world.
March 22, 2023
Exploring the links between nutrition and Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects more than 1-in-20 people worldwide. But what role can diet and nutrition play in managing IBS flare ups?
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