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Nutritional labelling is supposed to help us, but does any of the information on food packaging actually make a difference to our diets?
The potato feeds a billion people a day, but it is also becoming renowned as a source of protein, fibre and starch ingredients.
Is nutrition a crucial part of managing ADHD, a total red herring, or one important cog in a very complex wheel?
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?  
How do you separate greenwashing from genuine progressive thinking? And where should climate-conscious people be looking to invest?
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.
Millions of Jewish families are celebrating Passover with storytelling, wine, and food. The celebrations are filled with powerful symbolism.
While there is no miracle diet for arthritis, there are many foods which appear beneficial in fighting inflammation and joint pain.
Throughout history, where there have been human beings, there has been fermentation. The question is: why?
There are 140,000 species of mushrooms, and still lots to learn about many of them. So how is the food industry taking advantage?
We explore ginger’s potential as a flavour ingredient and look at its complexities, differences in flavour profiles and the opportunities.
Wageningen has been the beating heart of Dutch agricultural innovation for almost 150 years, helping its food industry become the envy of the world.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome affects more than 1-in-20 people worldwide. But what role can diet and nutrition play in managing IBS flare ups?
Have you considered the huge role the potato plays in the food industry? Even more of its secrets are being revealed in a plant-based future.
Does making greener food choices always come with a cost? And is the cost of living crisis forcing consumers to act less sustainably?
Scientists at the University of Birmingham are examining the link between whey protein and muscle loss in older age.
What does the evidence say about the link between what we eat and drink, and fertility for both men and women?
Social media is credited with many things and blamed for many more, but what role does it play in the food choices people make?
Marketing is integral to the food industry, setting trends, changing behaviour, and selling products. How will things look 10 years from now?
The food industry spends an increasing amount of time, energy and money on sensory science, but how much impact does it have?