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Guest CommentPublic sector canteens should offer vegan options to benefit people, the planet and our health
When you’re sent to hospital for a procedure, or your child is due to start school, food is probably the last thing on your mind. Sadly, many vegans don’t have this luxury in situations where they have to rely on others to cater for them.
Industry NewsViridian becomes POFCAP-certified
VIRIDIAN Nutrition has announced it has become palm oil-free accredited in what the brand and the certifier both confirm is a world first for a vitamin company.
Industry NewsNAHS awarded for ‘outstanding contribution’
The National Association of Health Stores (NAHS) has been presented with the UK Health Radio Outstanding Contribution to health, wellbeing and lifestyle award, for its work in ‘promoting and protecting the interests of the specialist health food store’, and ‘encouraging the proliferation of health food stores and their aim to improve the health of the […]
Food To GoCoYo calls Pret allergy death claim ‘unfounded’
Coconut yoghurt brand CoYo hit back at Pret a Manger this week, after the sandwich chain blamed a contaminated batch of dairy-free yoghurt for the death of a customer in its Bath store in December 2017.
Industry NewsSmallholder farmers celebrated via photography exhibition
Due to be hosted at the Bargehouse Gallery, Southbank, London, from 12-21 October, We Feed the World is a global photography initiative which seeks to capture ‘the triumphs and tribulations’ of the smallholder farmers who produce 70% of the world’s food.
Latest Headlines
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The Health Store acquisition finalized
Following its offer to shareholders to support the move, Health Made Easy Group (HMEG) has...
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Yusa brings a taste of the Amazon to energy drinks market
Ready-to-drink sparkling energy tea Yusa is claimed to be the first drink in the UK...
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The Protein Ball Co counts down to Christmas
The Protein Ball Co has launched a bright and vibrant advent calendar aimed at fitness-loving...
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Choc Chick unveils new snacks, new look
Choc Chick, which specializes in ethically sourced organic raw cacao, has created a new range...
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Food and Drink
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Choc Chick unveils new snacks, new look
Choc Chick, which specializes in ethically sourced organic raw cacao, has created a new range of vegan snacks – Quinoa Pops and Plantain Bites – and revealed a fresh look.
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New chilled brews from Rombouts
Rombouts has launched its new single-origin Cold Brew in two flavours: Cold Brew Coffee – 100% pure Arabica coffee and filtered water – and Cold Brew Ginger & Lemon infusion.
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Eat Real extends snack flavours
Eat Real has added six new flavours to its range of gluten-free and vegan Hummus, Lentil and Quinoa Chips.
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Doves Farm ploughs £4.5MN into new gluten-free plant
Doves Farm Foods has invested £4.5 million in a dedicated gluten-free cereal production facility at its Wiltshire site in a move which sees the company transfer production of its cereals from Italy back to the UK.
Health & Nutrition
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Totum Sport offers plankton support
Totum Sport is a completely natural food grade supplement designed to ensure optimal performance for athletes and active individuals.
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Vegan Vitality introduces Omega-3 Algae Oil
New from Vegan Vitality comes Omega 3 Algae Oil, designed to offer a healthier and more environmentally friendly alternative to fish oil.
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RESCUE adds new berry flavour
RESCUE has introduced a new Berry flavour of its RESCUE PLUS Lozenge, featuring a new pack design which aims to increase visual standout on shelf as well as highlighting the products’ ‘clarity and composure’ message.
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Tiana introduces 100% MCT line
Tiana Fairtrade Organics has entered the supplements market with the launch of two new products: High Strength 100% MCT Energy and High Strength MCT Energy with Omega-3.
Natural Beauty
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Leading beauty innovations and insights to be revealed at Natural Products Scandinavia 2018
With the full seminar line-up now confirmed, Natural Products Scandinavia will provide unmissable insights from expert speakers and the very best green beauty innovations, when doors open at MalmöMässan on 14-15 November.
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Faith in Nature doubles turnover in five years
UK natural beauty products manufacturer Faith in Nature has doubled in size over the last five years, with sales reaching £4.6 million in the year to July 2018, according to the company.
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King of the lips
British brand Murdock London – which produces a range of ‘clean label’ men’s products to style, care for and nourish hair, beard, skin and face – has launched its latest offer, King Lip Salve.
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Care for lips with balmkind
Hampshire-based brand balmkind has introduced two new Lip Balms designed to keep lips hydrated and protected without the use of parabens, mineral oil or paraffin wax.
Natural Living
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Huskup harnesses all-natural by-product for reusable cups
Durable, biodegradable and free from plastic, Huskup is a new reusable coffee cup produced from rice husks.
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Light up for a soporific scent
New from natural wellness brand Green Goddess is the Slumber Sleep Candle, designed to induce a peaceful night’s sleep.
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Natural cleaning solutions from Green Goddess
Sussex-based, ethical brand Green Goddess recently launched to offer customers effective, non-toxic, plant-based cleaning solutions that are designed to feel luxurious to use yet are environmentally friendly.
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Outback Organics creates first candle
Outback Organics has announced the release of the first candle to join its extensive range of natural skincare and beauty products.
Opinion
With such a list of dedicated, pioneering beauty brands, it’s unsurprising that once again, the Nordic countries have come out on top in 2017 as being the happiest countries in the world.
Julia ZaltzmanFreelance features writer & columnist
Give yourself a hygge
An area that I will be watching with interest going forward is the space where food and technology meet. Whether it is farmers investing in drones, the ever-growing market share held by online and app grocery shopping, or organic’s booming presence on social media, digital is set to become an increasingly powerful tool in raising awareness and trust for UK organic.
Lee HoldstockThe Soil Assocation
Organic tidings we bring
News
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The Health Store acquisition finalized
Following its offer to shareholders to support the move, Health Made Easy Group (HMEG) has completed the purchase of the UK’s oldest health foods buying group, The Health Store (THS).
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Yusa brings a taste of the Amazon to energy drinks market
Ready-to-drink sparkling energy tea Yusa is claimed to be the first drink in the UK to use the Amazonian guayusa leaf.
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The Protein Ball Co counts down to Christmas
The Protein Ball Co has launched a bright and vibrant advent calendar aimed at fitness-loving healthy eaters.
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WiDEYE opens in Brighton
Natural skincare shop WiDEYE has opened its third UK branch in Gardner Street within Brighton’s North Laines, following the launch of its Bournemouth store in May.
Features
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A winter’s tale
Kate Miller explains why a good work ethic merely increases the spread of germs in the workplace, and looks at which natural remedies are ruling the roost this winter (more…)
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Everything’s looking rosé
Rosie Greenaway raises her glass to an ample organic, vegan, free-from and Fairtrade alcohol offer, and learns how mainstream trends are finding their way into this booming category
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Behind festive doors
With so many unusual – and varied – advent calendars available, health-conscious and ethically minded consumers will be spoilt for choice this Christmas. Victoria Hattersley looks at what’s available as the festive countdown begins (more…)
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The popular face of Ayurveda
Ayurveda hasn’t yet reached its full market potential in the UK, but the increasing number of skincare solutions incorporating Ayurvedic principles may provide an approachable entry point for consumers, says Jane Wolfe (more…)
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