Natural Living

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Researchers explore Tara Gum as a green polymer alternative to plastic

Tara gum has the potential to be a sustainable and biodegradable substitute for synthetic plastic in the food and drug industries. Researchers from Chung-Ang...

New Leadership Team for Natural & Organic Products Expo

  After a distinguished career spanning a very impressive nineteen years with Diversified Communications, Carol Dunning has announced her decision to retire from her role...

Plant-Based Pill Twice As Effective in Helping Smokers Quit Cigarettes

3 Mins Read Cytisine, derived from plants, might just be the best natural alternative to widely used nicotine patches. Yes, you read that right. Plant-based...

Natural energy boosters, hormone balancing foods & functional mushrooms among the...

Natural energy boosters, hormone balancing foods & functional mushrooms among the trends predicted by Holland & Barrett in 2024 Holland & Barrett (H&B) has...

This New 3D-Printed Chip Can End Animal Testing for Drugs

4 Mins Read 2023 could prove to be a landmark year for the fight against animal testing, having started on the back of a...

The Best Home Composters to Cut Down on Food Waste &...

10 Mins Read Food waste is a massive problem across the globe, and while governments need to step up their efforts, there are some...

Patent Pending: Paleo Eyes Booming Animal-Free Pet Food Market with Precision-Fermented...

5 Mins Read Belgian precision fermentation startup Paleo is venturing into the pet food market, having filed what it claims is the world’s first...

Nordic Organic Food Fair & Eco Living Scandinavia relocates to Stockholm...

Nordic Organic Food Fair and Eco Living Scandinavia will move to KistaMässan in Stockholm for the 2024 edition, following industry feedback. The fair, which is...

Travel-Washing: Aviation Industry Hails Virgin’s ‘Sustainable’ Jet Fuel Flight, But Is...

7 Mins Read British carrier Virgin Atlantic flew the first transatlantic flight using 100% ‘sustainable’ aviation fuel on Tuesday, in a move celebrated by...

Major Brand Refresh for Natural & Organic Products Europe in 2024

The branding and positioning of the highly successful Natural Organic Products Europe will see an important evolution of its sector focus. Taking place annually...

PFAS present in 90% of paper straws

There are new concerns over the presence of PFAS in paper straws after researchers find it present in 90% of samples tested.

A breakthrough for textile circular economy

In a joint venture between Project Plan B and Salvation Army Trading Company polyester textiles have been recycled back into raw materials.

Meeting reveals Defra reluctance to act on pesticides

Following a meeting with Defra Anabel Kindersley of Neal’s Yard Remedies has issued a call to action to pressure Government to protect bees.

Delphis Heroes Campaign goes live

Delphis has launched its Heroes Campaign which sees adverts at Holborn Central Line and Welwyn Garden City. 

Takegoodcare opens bricks and mortar store in Lewes

Sustainable store takegoodcare has opened its doors in Lewes, directly below the office where founder Barbara Rowe came up with the concept.

Bambino Mio reveals ‘rebellious rebrand’

Bambino Mio has unveiled a new brand identity following a ‘rebellious rebrand’ undertaken in a collaboration with Big Fish agency.

GOTS adopts AI to prevent organic fraud

GOTS has partnered with the European Space Agency to explore the potential of remote monitoring technology in organic cotton certification.

Cozy & Green app facilitates zero-waste shopping

Start-up Cozy & Green has launched an app to help Londoners live more eco-friendly lives by taking the challenge out of zero-waste shopping.

Modern Milkman gets Dizzie for breakfast refillables

Sustainable grocery delivery service Modern Milkman has teamed with reusable packaging business Dizzie for its Refillables launch.

Roam rolls out world’s first skin tone condoms

Challenging the lack of innovation in the wellness category, Roam has created inclusive Skin Tone Condoms – a ‘world first in sex care’.