Mothers to blame for food waste
21 June, 2016Mothers are blamed for so many of society's ills, and now we can add food waste to the list!
Poo research reveals links between lifestyle and gut flora
07 June, 2016Through the analysis of more than 1000 human stool samples, a team of researchers has identified 69 factors that are linked to gut flora composition.
Were ancient farmers motivated by bread or beer?
07 June, 2016Two Adelaide researchers are among a group of scientists who have discovered the 'snooze button' in barley, a gene involved in the 'waking up' process that is important for beer production.
Low-salt diets could be doing more harm than good
31 May, 2016A worldwide study has found that low-salt diets may actually increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death compared to average salt consumption.
Tricking our bodies into living longer
31 May, 2016Researchers have 'tricked' a worm's metabolism into a state of caloric restriction, extending the animal's life span by 50%.
Paleo diet effective for weight loss, but more research needed
31 May, 2016A study has found the paleo diet to be more effective for weight loss than the Australian Dietary Guidelines.
Eating green
17 May, 2016We are all aware of the importance of diet to our own health, but do we consider the impact our eating habits have on the health of the planet?
Global slump in alcohol sales
16 May, 2016Global consumption of alcoholic drinks fell in 2015, the first such drop in over a decade.
New CEO for George Weston Foods
12 May, 2016George Weston Foods has announced the planned departure and retirement of Andrew Reeves, chief executive, and the appointment of internal successor Stuart Grainger.
New recruit for Beca's Food & Beverage
10 May, 2016Beca's Food & Beverage has welcomed Peter Gilbertson to its Industrial team as senior consultant – Food & Beverage.
Prepared foods: how they can assist in meal preparation for the aged
10 May, 2016 by Dr Karen AbbeyWhen planning meals for large groups of people from different cultures, ready-made meals can help with solving issues with menu planning. Prepared meals are also designed to have a longer shelf life, especially in freezers, and therefore can provide flexibility with menu planning. For example, when residents in aged care do not like menu items, using complete prepared meals is a useful strategy to provide meal solutions.
My Food Bag meal kit brand seeks investors
10 May, 2016Home delivery service My Food Bag is seeking expressions of interest from equity investors as it reviews its capital structure.
Plans vs reality: food consumption in Australia
10 May, 2016Many of us want to eat healthier, but not so many are doing anything about it. That's the message from a comprehensive study into the who, what, when and where of Australia's food choices.
'Meals for Mates' tackles rural hunger
05 May, 2016A new charity initiative will fight against hunger in Australia's rural and regional communities.
Seminar on manufacturing foods for infants and toddlers
04 May, 2016The Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology, in collaboration with CSIRO's food innovation centre, is holding a seminar titled 'Foods for infants and toddlers'.
