All Health articles – Page 6
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NewsExtend soft drinks levy and enforce plain packaging for sugary foods, says chief medic
The government should introduce standardised packaging for sugary foods and extend the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to milk-based drinks with added sugar in a bid to cut childhood obesity, England’s chief medical officer has recommended.
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NewsScottish alcohol consumption falls following Minimum Unit Pricing
The introduction of Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) in Scotland has led to a fall in the amount of alcohol purchased by households, a new study published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) suggests.
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NewsUK maintains advice on vaping as Walmart ceases US e-cig sales
UK health professionals continue to advocate the use of legal vaping devices as quit-smoking aids, despite Walmart moving to end e-cigarette sales in the US amid a deepening health scare which is being linked to vaping.
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NewsBAT demonstrates heightened focus on vaping
British American Tobacco (BAT) is planning to cut around 2,300 jobs globally as it seeks to invest in new and growing categories, including vaping, heated tobacco and oral tobacco.
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NewsVape industry responds to “sensationalist” reports of e-cigarette harm
The UK’s vaping industry has hit back at widespread reports in the national press this week that electronic cigarettes (e-cig) could have a harmful impact on heart health.
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NewsScotland confirms plans to restrict in-store promotions of HFSS products
The Scottish government has confirmed it will move ahead with plans to restrict displays of high fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) products at checkouts and crack down on promotions next year.
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Product NewsParents want clearer labelling on lunchbox products, research suggests
Soreen has released new research that shows parents are urging brands to adopt clear nutritional labelling on products to help them make healthy lunchtime choices.
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NewsOrders of vegan takeaways up by nearly 400% in two years
Orders of vegan takeaways have soared by nearly 400% over the last two years, according to research from the British Takeaway Campaign.
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NewsSmall store supply chain “must do more” to cut dangerous chicken bacteria
The small store supply chain still needs to do much more to better control levels of the dangerous campylobacter bacteria present on fresh whole chicken sold through small convenience stores and butchers, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has warned.
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NewsHealth campaigners call for calorie levy on processed foods
Health campaigners are calling on the UK government to introduce a new calorie levy on processed foods.
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OpinionCombating obesity in the UK
Amid accusations of a nanny state, government proposals for combating obesity are a matter of strong debate, writes HIM’s Katie Prowse.
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NewsGovernment confirms plans to end sale of energy drinks to under-16s
The government has confirmed plans to end the sale of energy drinks to children under the age of 16, in one of the final announcements under outgoing prime minister Theresa May.
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NewsHigh demand for plant-based milk products, research highlights
Convenience retailers have a growing opportunity to profit from the sale of plant-based milk alternatives, which are becoming increasingly popular with British shoppers, new research from Mintel has revealed.
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Product NewsMy Foodie claims world-first with potato-based drinks
Marketed as a world-first, My Foodie is launching its range of potato-based organic drinks in the UK.
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NewsYouth vaping rate remains low, new YouGov research reveals
Vaping remains uncommon among young people and is not acting as a gateway to youth smoking, new YouGov research commissioned by Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) suggests.
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NewsFlavoured vape products linked to higher tobacco quit rates
Mint, menthol and other non-tobacco flavoured vaping products are more effective than tobacco flavours at helping adult smokers to quit combustible cigarettes, research commissioned by vaping brand Juul has shown.
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NewsPregnant smokers should be encouraged to vape, midwives say
Pregnant smokers should be encouraged to use vaping devices to help them quit tobacco, the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has recommended.
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Product NewsMeatless mince and burgers gain Co-op listings
British brand The Meatless Farm Co is expanding in the UK by launching its mince and two-pack burger patties into 252 Co-op stores.
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Features and analysisC-Store Champions: Be healthy and wealthy
Our C-Store Champions discuss how healthy eating is influencing what they stock and how they are tapping into this growing audience.
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NewsGovernment mulls responses to in-store HFSS restrictions plan
The government is analysing the feedback gleaned from its consultation on restricting the promotion and placement of food and drinks that are high in fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) in English stores.