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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?
Kimberley Wilson, Chartered Psychologist and Author, discusses the potential link between mental health and ultra-processed foods.
African Swine Fever affects domestic pigs and wild boar, and has a mortality rate of between 95% and 100%.
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?
With Allergen Awareness Week in full swing, the Food Matters Live podcast, is focussing on allergen-free 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.
One study estimates that the average person consumes roughly five grams of plastic per week, that is about the weight of a credit card.
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?