Hygiene rules force fish oil shortage
A European-wide shortage in fish oil supplements has been predicted by the European Federation of Health Product Manufacturers (EHPM) because of new EU hygiene rules.
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Poor weather puts pea processors under pressure
The UK's pea crop has been devastated by the poor weather and flooding in recent weeks and a shortage of peas for freezing and as ingredients looks inevitable, according to the Food and Drink Federation.
Are organic tomatoes more nutritious?
Organically grown tomatoes contain higher levels of beneficial flavonoids, says a new study from the US that fans the flames of the debate between conventional and organic foods.
More magnesium-rich food for less diabetes - meta-analysis
Eating more magnesium-rich foods, like green leafy vegetables and nuts, may reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes, suggests a meta-analysis of observational studies.