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‘Don’t discriminate’: Indonesian palm oil sector urges EU to play fair with environmental ‘Due Diligence’ system

The Indonesian palm oil sector has urged the European Union to ensure that its final regulatory approach to imported commodities does not discriminate against palm oil, warning that efforts to replace it as an ingredient could lead to even ‘bigger problems’ for the environment in the long run.

Scrutinising imports: China launches mandatory overseas food manufacturer registration platform to tighten food safety

China recently launched its new online overseas food manufacturer registration platform, which is mandatory for all firms looking to export into the country from January, as official seek to improve monitoring and surveillance to ensure food safety.

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Trans fat for health and compliance

Trans fat increases your risk of heart disease. The more trans fat you eat, the greater your risk of heart and blood vessel disease.

‘Times have changed’: 50-year-old Continental Taralli eyes younger consumers with ‘trendy’ healthier snacks

Fifty-year-old Australian firm Continental Taralli is modernising its marketing and product development approach to stay up-to-date with current food trends such as gluten-free and healthy snacking, as it seeks to solidify its appeal amongst younger consumers.

Reformulating for the region: Coca-Cola, Nissin, Kirin and Hoow Foods weigh in on sugar, salt and fat reduction in APAC

Major brands across the region are continuing to double down on their reformulation efforts across sugar, salt and fat reduction after COVID-19 led to a rapid increase in consumer awareness and demand for healthier products.

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Can plant-based foods help seniors get the protein they need in their diets?

How much protein do you need to be healthy? The answer depends on your age. Older adults need more – and getting it can sometimes be a challenge.

Addressing allergenicity: Danone expands hypoallergenic infant formula range in China

Danone has introduced two more hypoallergenic infant formula in China in view of growing demand in a country where cow’s milk allergies could affect up to seven per cent of the population.

Alt Protein Watch: Thai Union's hemp investment, Yili's plant-based dairy drive, WTH Foods' new Philippines facility and more feature in our round-up

Thai Union's hemp investment, Yili's plant-based dairy drive, WTH Foods' new Philippines facility and more feature in this edition of Alt Protein Watch.

‘No hidden messages’: Taiwan seeks to tighten nutritional labelling regulations for all packaged foods

Taiwan is seeking to approve new regulations that will enforce tougher nutritional labelling regulations for all packaged foods in the country once implemented, in a bid to prevent ‘hidden’ or ‘implied’ messages from manufacturers regarding calorific...